New Research Unlocks Clues About the Iconic Flight of the Wandering Albatross (IMAGE)

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

New Research Unlocks Clues About the Iconic Flight of the Wandering Albatross

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Wandering albatrosses are highly adapted to long-distance soaring flight, assisted by a wingspan of up to 11 feet -the largest known of any living bird. Researchers are unlocking new clues about how these iconic birds are such amazing flyers.

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Philip Richardson/©Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

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