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Shy Albatross

Thalassarche cauta

About Shy Albatross

Spends most of its life at sea, feeding on krill, fish, and cephalopodsBreeds on islands, forming large coloniesEngages in monogamous breeding, with pairs forming during breeding seasonFemales lay one egg, which is incubated for approximately 80 daysBoth parents care for young, which leave the nest after approximately 120-140 days

Size

90 - 100 cm

Weight

3 - 4 kg

Lifespan

up to 50-60 years

Diet

Krill, Small fish (sardines, anchovies), Cephalopods (squid, octopus), Carrion

Conservation Status

Status

Near Threatened

Population Trend

declining

Threats

  • Climate change
  • Overfishing
  • Pollution
  • Habitat degradation

Additional Notes

The Shy Albatross is a vulnerable species, with its population declining due to climate change, overfishing, pollution, and habitat degradation.

Distribution

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Australia

Oceania • Australia

New Zealand

Oceania • New Zealand

South Africa

Africa • South Africa

The Shy Albatross breeds on islands in the southern hemisphere and spends the rest of the year at sea, roaming the Southern Ocean.