Albatross Cam shows Albatrosses using Killer Whalesin Interesting Feeding Strategy

[David Stowe <>]

I'd disagree on the point about being easy for Albatross to take off  
Gary. They always seem to need a big run-off flapping their wings to  
get into the air from all the times I've seen them on pelagics.  
They're a big bird - yes once they're flying it seems effortless but  
I've never seen one just lift its wings and suddenly be airborne! I'm  
sure some more recognised pelagic experts could offer their opinion  
though.
Cheers
Dave


On 27/11/2009, at 1:40 PM, gary wright wrote:

Hi Carl,

Very interesting about using killer whales as a source of food.   The  
idea that taking off for an Albatross would use up energy is not  
likely as if there is a wind which there usually is, they just need to  
raise their wings and lift off.
Gary