Shy Albatross
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'''Size:''' 35-39 inches (90-100 cm); 210–260 cm wingspan | '''Size:''' 35-39 inches (90-100 cm); 210–260 cm wingspan | ||
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'''Habitat:''' Southern Hemisphere; endemic to Australia and it breeds on three island colonies; Albatross Island, Pedra Branca, and the Mewstone. During the breeding season, adults concentrate around southern Australia and Tasmania. Juvenile birds are known to fly as far as South Africa; otherwise, non-breeding birds can be found throughout the southern oceans, but specifics are difficult due to their similarity to the other species. It is sometimes found off the Pacific coast of the United States. | '''Habitat:''' Southern Hemisphere; endemic to Australia and it breeds on three island colonies; Albatross Island, Pedra Branca, and the Mewstone. During the breeding season, adults concentrate around southern Australia and Tasmania. Juvenile birds are known to fly as far as South Africa; otherwise, non-breeding birds can be found throughout the southern oceans, but specifics are difficult due to their similarity to the other species. It is sometimes found off the Pacific coast of the United States. | ||