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Bullers albatross in Sydney

Bullers albatross in Sydney

This photograph of a Bullers albatross against the Sydney skyline illustrates that New Zealand albatrosses travel well beyond territorial waters to feed. International agreements are important for the protection of seabirds in all waters.

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Private collection
Photograph by Rob Harcourt

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How to cite this page:

Paul Sagar. 'Albatrosses', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 2-Mar-09
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/albatrosses/3/5