Black-browed Albatross

Thalassarche melanophris

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Procellariiformes · Diomedeidae

About

The black-browed albatross, also known as the black-browed mollymawk, is a large seabird of the albatross family Diomedeidae; it is the most widespread and common member of its family.

Fun Fact

Black-browed Albatrosses use 'dynamic soaring'—a figure-8 flight path exploiting wind speed gradients—that requires almost zero muscular effort.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feeds on fish, squid, crustaceans, carrion, and fishery discards.

Lifespan

70 years

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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