Wandering albatrosses are among the seabirds that breed on Bird Island, South Georgia, and undertake long migrations in search of food. Photo: Michael Wenger Food availability for seabirds, such as albatrosses, which breed on sub-Antarctic islands, may decline as the...
Dr. Marco Falchieri, scientist at the Animal and Plant Health Agency, taking samples from a fur seal (left). The kelp gull is widespread in the sub-Antarctic islands and is one of the species affected by the avian influenza virus. Images: British Antarctic Survey /...
Northern giant petrels are the second largest petrels known. They reach a wingspan of up to 2 meters and a weight of up to 5 kilograms. Only their southern relatives are a bit heavier. One recognizes the animals by its characteristic head and the red stain at the...
