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Albatross: Their World, Their Ways

De Roy, Tui; Jones, Mark and Fitter, Julian

The albatross is a creature of legend, of poetry and of dreams. It is the ultimate nomad, whose sailplane wings — the longest of any living bird — harness the shrieking winds of the Southern Ocean. This master of wind and wave is the subject of intense scientific scrutiny. They are becoming increasingly threatened; today, over three-quarters of all albatross species are edging towards extinction. This book features photographs by award-winning wildlife photographer Tui De Roy, the latest writing and research by leading international experts and a factual natural history section with detailed information on each albatross species. Foreword by HRH Prince Charles. Over 400 photographs and maps.

Finalist in the 2009 Montana New Zealand Book Awards, Environment category.

The most comprehensive book on these birds to date, with contributions by leading world experts, including David Hyrenbach, Paul Sagar and John Croxall, Chair of Birdlife International’s Global Seabird Programme.

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