Monthly Archives: May 2014

I have said before that nobody really knows if an albatross can recognize a relative.  They do have a very good sense of smell, something which is quite unusual for birds other than carrion eaters.  Is it possible that they … Continue reading →

As of today I have seen 13 of the 18 chicks who fledged in 2010.  This is my 9th year observing these birds, and I have never seen so many four year olds.  They must be a very healthy group … Continue reading →