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Black-browed Albatross

The black-browed albatross likes to build nests on cliffs. They return to their homeland for generations, and the nests on the island are unbelievably hundreds of years old. Their wings can reach more than 3 meters in length and weigh no more than 5 kilograms. They can fly thousands of kilometers in search of food. They generally only hatch one chick every 3-4 years, because raising a child requires a double effort from both parents. The biggest danger they face is human beings, who are often trapped by the nets of fishing boats. Not only do they sacrifice themselves, but the babies waiting for them will die as a result, and their wives who are waiting for them must not give up their children for their own survival. These photos were taken on the island of South Georgia.
Closeup look of this beauty!
Closeup look of this beauty!
Gliding so gracefully
Gliding so gracefully
Star Attraction
Star Attraction
Don't want to be yelled at!
Don't want to be yelled at!
Both parents adore the chick
Both parents adore the chick
Bird's eye view
Bird's eye view
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Fighting for  a nesting spot
Fighting for a nesting spot
Chick with a large mouth to feed
Chick with a large mouth to feed
Courtship
Courtship
Nests on the cliff
Nests on the cliff