About the Grey-headed Albatross

Grey-headed Albatrosses are distinguished by their grey head and neck, contrasting sharply with their white body and dark wings. They are long-living birds, and are known for their incredible stamina and flying ability.

Though widespread, they are less numerous than some other albatross species, meaning their populations are considered vulnerable.

Major threats include bycatch from international fisheries and environmental changes affecting their feeding grounds.

The shifting distribution of oceanic currents and temperatures affects the availability of their prey, which includes squid and fish.

Where to see Grey-headed Albatrosses

They breed on subantarctic islands such as South Georgia, and the circumpolar islands, and roam widely across the Southern Ocean.

Interesting facts about Grey-headed Albatrosses

Grey-headed Albatrosses can travel over 13,000 kilometres in a single foraging trip during the breeding season to find food for their chicks.

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