Diomedeidae Collection (page 2)

Campbell albatross (Diomedea melanophrys impavida) over sea south of Campbell Islands. Subantarctic New Zealand

Salvins albatross (Thalassarche salvini) flying at sea, closeup of head. Kaikoura, Canterbury, New Zealand, September. Vulnerable species

Bullers Albatross (Thalassarche bulleri) flying, Victoria, Australia

Black-footed Albatross (Phoebastria nigripes), Hawaii, USA

Antipodean Albatross (Diomedea antipodensis) flying, South Pacific Ocean, New Zealand

Black-browed Albatross (Thalassarche melanophris), Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Atlantic Yellow-nosed Albatross (Thalassarche chlororhynchos) flying, Victoria, Australia, Australia

Wandering Albatross, Diomedea exulans, with white, brown and black feathers covering narrow wings, flying with smaller Herring Gull, Larus argentatus, with open beak, above view

Phoebetria palpebrata, light-mantled albatross
Ff. 106. Watercolour painting by George Forster (1773) annotated Pelecanus pica and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

South Georgia, Bay of Isles, Prion Island. Adult Wandering albatross (Diomedea exulans) playing with a photographer

Waved Albatrosses or Galapagos Albatrosses -Phoebastria irrorata-, Isla Espanola, Galapagos Islands

Waved Albatross or Galapagos Albatross -Phoebastria irrorata- in flight, Isla Espanola, Galapagos Islands

Young Waved Albatross or Galapagos Albatross -Phoebastria irrorata-, Isla Espanola, Galapagos Islands

Black-browed Albatross or Black-browed Mollymawk -Thalassarche melanophris-, in flight, Westpoint Island, Falkland Islands, United Kingdom

Shy Albatross (Thalassarche cauta) adult pair, in flight low over sea, Cape of Good Hope, Western Cape, South Africa, June

Shy Albatross (Thalassarche cauta) adult, in flight low over sea, Cape of Good Hope, Western Cape, South Africa, June

Shy Albatross (Thalassarche cauta) adult, in flight, Cape of Good Hope, Western Cape, South Africa, June

Black-headed Gull (Larus ridibundus) adult, summer plumage, in flight, with nest material in beak, Minsmere RSPB Reserve, Suffolk, England, april

Campbell Albatross (Thalassarche impavida) adult, in flight at sea, off New Zealand, March

Indian Yellow-nosed Albatross (Thalassarche carteri) adult, resting on sea, Woollongong, New South Wales, Australia, August

Bullers Albatross (Thalassarche bulleri) adult, in flight at sea, off New Zealand, March

White-capped Albatross (Thalassarche steadi) immature, in flight over sea, off New Zealand, March

Laysan Albatross (Phoebastria immutabilis) adult, in flight over sea, Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge, Buldir Island, Western Aleutian Islands, Alaska, U.S.A. June

Wandering Albatross, Diomedea exulans, large white bird with black feathers at the end of its wings

Diomedea exulens, wandering albatross
Ff. 99. Watercolour painting by George Forster annotated Dyomedea exulans made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

Diomedia exulans
Unfinished watercolour Diomedia exulans by Sydney Parkinson, from Volume 1, plate 25

Thalassarche bulleri, Bullers albatross, T. salvini, Salvin
Watercolour by John Gerrard Keulemans (c. 1887-1905)

ALBATROSS
Three varieties of albatross (diomedeidae); no 3 is the black-eyed or black-browed albatross : (diomedea melanophrys)

Black-browed Albatross - Chick on nest, Falkland Islands, South Atlantic, Islands in southern oceans, January JPF30914
JPF-13298 Black-browed Albatross - Chick on nest Falkland Islands, South Atlantic, Islands in southern oceans, January Diomedea melanophris Jean-Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal

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The Diomedeidae family, also known as albatrosses, is a fascinating group of birds that captivates with their majestic presence and unique behaviors. One member of this family is the Wandering Albatross (Diomedea exulans), a large white bird with striking black feathers at the end of its wings. Its graceful flight across the vast Southern Ocean between Invercargill and Campbell Island in New Zealand is truly a sight to behold, especially when illuminated by the enchanting hues of sunset. Another remarkable species within this family is the yellow-nosed albatross (Thalassarche chlororhynchos). With its distinctive yellow beak, it adds a vibrant touch to the oceanic landscape as it soars through the air. In Punta Suarez on Espanola Island in the Galapagos Islands, we can witness an array of captivating moments involving Waved Albatrosses (Phoebastria irrorata). From adorable two-week-old chicks begging next to their parents on nests to pairs engaging in affectionate billings as greetings or performing complex courtship dances, these interactions showcase both tenderness and intricate rituals within their community. These incredible birds are not only visually stunning but also play crucial roles in maintaining marine ecosystems. However, they face numerous threats such as habitat destruction and climate change. The Laysan Albatross (Phoebastria immutabilis) chick nestled safely in its nest reminds us of their vulnerability and highlights our responsibility towards conservation efforts. As we marvel at these magnificent creatures preening or congregating together on nests, let's remember that they need our protection for future generations to experience their awe-inspiring presence. Let us cherish every encounter with these extraordinary members while working tirelessly to ensure their survival amidst an ever-changing world.