Wetlands, migrants and seabirds

Shy Albatross

Thalassarche cauta

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A Shy Albatross glides above the ocean with long wings outstretched and island cliffs beyond.
Charles J. Sharp (opens in a new tab) · CC BY-SA 4.0 (opens in a new tab)South Bruny Island, Tasmania

In focus

Carried by the ocean wind

The Shy Albatross is a master of ocean flight, travelling on long wings that carry it close above the waves. A pale body and dark upperwings give this seabird an elegant outline. Seen in southern Australian waters and off the south-east coast, it brings an ocean perspective to Australia’s birdlife.

Where to look

Southern Australian seas and south-eastern coastal waters.

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