Wandering Albatross (Diomedea exulans) wildlife photograph in southern ocean skies

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Wandering Albatross in Antarctica

Where to look for the wandering albatross in Antarctica, habitat cues, and the Catch'Um field guide.

Diomedea exulans

Finding Wandering Albatross in Antarctica

Wandering Albatrosss still occur in Antarctica, though specific park pins are still being curated. Use the Wandering Albatross field guide for ID and biology, and the Antarctica expedition page for broader wildlife destinations.

Antarctica context: Emperor penguins on the ice, whales in the polar sea, and the last great wilderness at the bottom of the world.

When you are out looking, prioritise pelagic southern ocean, subantarctic breeding island, and windy coastal slope in Antarctica. That is where local sightings of this species are most often reported.

Full species guide

Biology, interesting facts, identification, and conservation live on the Wandering Albatross field guide. This page stays focused on finding one in Antarctica.

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Log the Wandering Albatross in Antarctica

Spot one in the wild, then scan it in Catch'Um to log your legendary discovery.