There aren’t many birds who gain global attention for their age. But Wisdom, a Laysan Albatross in Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge, is the oldest known bird in the world! Banded as an adult in 1956 she is now at least 75 years old. Albatrosses mate for life, and she has outlived 3 mates – she […]
Loads of amazing things happening on these Nestcams – don’t miss a single one – Northern Royal Albatross – New Zealand – 12 year old RLK and his 14 year old mate, GLG have a month old little girl who is already nearly 7 pounds! Barred Owls – Indianapolis, IN – Two adorable, fuzzy […]
Wisdom Layasan Albatross and her new chick; Photo Credit: Dan Rapp USFWS All babies are precious, but this new little one is especially so given her mom, Wisdom, a Layasan Albatross who is at least 74 years old. As the oldest known living bird in the world, Wisdom once again welcomes a newborn. In […]