NZL Royal Albatross ~ The youngsters in the wind ~ Sept24,2021

NZL Royal Albatross ~ The youngsters in the wind ~ Sept24,2021

Half of the youngsters that were raised in this area have now fledged- flown for the first time. It's been 4 days since there was a lot of wind so when it started to get really windy during the night it was time for the young Albatross to practice! These birds love the wind -with that 11ft. wingspan they actually sail on the wind. Hovering is the last practice stage before actual flight. If the wind keeps up some of the remaining Albies will be off today!

Many thanks to those who sponsor this NZL Royal Albatross and work to conserve their habitat and educate the fishermen.

RoyalAlbatrossyoungsters

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