Monthly Archives: February 2016

Albie 101: Bill Duel Part 2

Posted on February 28, 2016 by tradewindsla

Two days after I filmed “the bill duel,” I saw the same two birds interacting. Their relationship seemed to be evolving into a more affiliative, less aggressive one. The tension was gone, there was more an air of excitement. They … Continue reading →

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Incorrect date on a post

Posted on February 14, 2016 by tradewindsla

I just posted “Albie 101: the bill duel” but WordPress put it under February 8th. So anyone who might be interested in seeing a little film about one of the more common albatross social interactions should check that date in … Continue reading →

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Peaceful wishes

Posted on February 14, 2016 by tradewindsla

Peace and Mom wish everyone a Happy Valentine’s Day! Especially if you are an albatross!

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the chick in my garden

Posted on February 9, 2016 by tradewindsla

When I was looking at places to live in Kaua’i, I knew that I had to live in this neighborhood. Albatrosses nest here, how could I live anywhere else? I was giving up my volunteer work with the best group … Continue reading →

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Albie 101: the bill duel

Posted on February 8, 2016 by tradewindsla

The more I observe these birds, the more I see how many different types of social interactions they have. One is what I note as a bill duel. It usually involves two birds who do not know each other very … Continue reading →

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