Pair of wandering albatrosses
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Pair of wandering albatrosses
Pair of wandering albatrosses (Diomedea exulans). These birds nest every 2 years, on islands in the sub-Antarctic. Each pair produces a single egg, which is incubated for 11 weeks. The chick is with its parents for 40 weeks after hatching, during which time both the male and the female provide it with food. Wandering albatrosses are the largest flying birds on earth, with wingspans that can reach 3.5 metres. They feed on fish and squid, travelling tens of thousands of kilometres on foraging trips in the southern oceans. Their numbers are at risk from fisheries, as many birds are drowned when they mistake baited hooks for food. Photographed on Bird Island, South Georgia
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This print captures a majestic pair of wandering albatrosses, known scientifically as Diomedea exulans. These magnificent birds have chosen an isolated sub-Antarctic island as their nesting ground, returning every two years to breed. The female lays a single egg, which is diligently incubated by both parents for an impressive 11 weeks. Once hatched, the fluffy chick remains under the watchful care of its devoted parents for about 40 weeks. During this time, the male and female take turns providing nourishment to their offspring. It's truly heartwarming to witness such dedication in the animal kingdom. Wandering albatrosses hold the title of being the largest flying birds on our planet, boasting wingspans that can stretch up to an astonishing 3.5 meters. They sustain themselves by feasting on fish and squid during extensive foraging trips across vast distances in the southern oceans. Unfortunately, these remarkable creatures face numerous threats from human activities such as fishing practices. Many albatrosses fall victim to accidental drowning when they mistake baited hooks for food. Consequently, their population numbers are at risk. This extraordinary photograph was taken on Bird Island in South Georgia—an enchanting location where nature thrives abundantly amidst breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife habitats. Let this image serve as a reminder of our responsibility to protect these endangered species and preserve their natural habitats for generations to come.
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