This is the first-ever World Albatross Day, and we’re highlighting DOC’s high-tech research to better understand and protect threatened Salvin’s albatross. But studying them isn’t easy… Read the full blog post here: https://bit.ly/2YLRN77 This animation shows the satellite transmitter data from 5 Salvin’s albatross as they left the Bounty Islands and headed north to New Zealand then crossed the Pacific Ocean to South America. | Department of Conservation

The bonds between albatrosses can last decades, and every year they return to this colony. | National Geographic

Here’s what you need to know about albatross – stop motion style. This is an introduction to our magnificent seabirds and their role in the ecosystem. We’re very proud of this video and it was a labour of love for us to create, so hopefully you like it! #WorldAlbatrossDay | Department of Conservation