Black-browed Albatross - Hatteras, NC

 

This adult Black-browed Albatross flew into the wake of the Stormy Petrel II, February 18, 2012 at around 4:30 pm - 1 mile from Hatteras Inlet.  There are only a few accepted records for this species in the western Atlantic.

 Comparison with an adult Herring Gull in flight.

Not a bad day after seeing Great Skua on a few occasions!  A full page will follow.

See also www.seabirding.com