Gibson's Albatross - on the water - the size difference of these two birds is marked. The smaller bird on the left would be a female Gibson's Albatross and the bird on the right a large male Southern Royal Albatross
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Gibson's Albatross - on the water - the size difference of these two birds is marked. The smaller bird on the left would be a female Gibson's Albatross and the bird on the right a large male Southern Royal Albatross
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Gibson's Albatross - on the water
Offshore from Kaikoura, South Island, New Zealand.
Diomedea epomophora
the size difference of these two birds is marked. The smaller bird on the left would be a female Gibson's Albatross and the bird on the right a large male Southern Royal Albatross. The differing bill sizes are obvious. Gibson's Albatross is sometimes treated only as a subspecies of Wandering Albatross.
Don Hadden
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Albatross Albatrosses Confrontation Diomedea Gibsoni Face To Face Gibson S Gibsons Gibsons Albatross New Zealand Size Sizes South Island With Other Animals Diomedea Epomophora Mixed Species Sea Birds Southern Royal Albatross
Size Matters - A Tale of Two Albatrosses in the Wild Waters of New Zealand!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, nature showcases its incredible diversity and size difference. On the left, we have a dainty female Gibson's Albatross, while on the right stands an imposing male Southern Royal Albatross. Talk about a power couple! Their bills tell it all – one glance is enough to see that these two birds are from different leagues! It's like comparing a toothpick to a mighty sword! But hey, each bill has its own purpose in this vast oceanic world. Offshore from Kaikoura, South Island, New Zealand, these majestic creatures engage in an epic face-off. Will they exchange some witty bird banter or simply enjoy their time together? We can only imagine what conversations might be happening beneath those feathery exteriors. It's not just about albatrosses either; this snapshot captures the essence of coexistence and mixed species interactions. Who knows what other animals might be lurking nearby? So dive into this mesmerizing scene where land meets sea as our avian protagonists navigate through life with grace and charm. Don Hadden has truly captured a moment that reminds us how diverse and awe-inspiring our natural world can be. Remember folks, when it comes to albatrosses - size does matter!
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