The approach:
6.5-foot wingspan:
Underwing patterns:
From above:
Two of these Laysan Albatross landed behind the boat, joining some Black-footed Albatross. When the boat engine shut down, we could hear the birds calling. I'll try to post a recording soon.
Juvenile Laysan Albatross like these will spend three years at sea before returning to their natal sites.
P.S. For a brief introduction to Laysan Albatross, review the post from 2 September 2012.
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