Indian Yellow-nosed Albatross
Thalassarche carteri
EndangeredAves · Procellariiformes · Diomedeidae
About
The Indian yellow-nosed albatross is a member of the albatross family, and is the smallest of the mollymawks. In 2004, BirdLife International split this species from the Atlantic yellow-nosed albatross; however Clements has not split it yet, and the SACC has not either, but recognises the need for a proposal.
Fun Fact
The Indian yellow-nosed albatross (Thalassarche carteri) is a member of the albatross family, and is the smallest of the mollymawks.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Feeds on fish, crustaceans and cephalopods.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Loss
- Poaching and Hunting
- Human-Wildlife Conflict
- Disease