Petrel Great-winged (Pterodroma macroptera) in flight – leaving Marion Island, South Africa

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Petrel Great-winged (Pterodroma macroptera) in flight – leaving Marion Island, South Africa

Birdlife Africa Flock 2022 cruise on MS Orchestra 24-31st January 2022 with 1500 birders from around the world.  Departed Cape Town for Prince Edward (S46o38’39” E37o44’37”)and Marion Island (S46o54’45” E37o44’37”), both South Africa territories.  We  disembarked at Durban.

Sixth day at sea, 30th January tomorrow arrive in Durban.

  • Species:Great-winged Petrel (Pterodroma macroptera)
  • Bird Type:Adult in flight
  • FamilyPetrels, Shearwaters (Procellariidae)
  • Date Taken20220130
  • Location:Latitude: S 32°12.390' Longitude: E 32°58.241’
  • Area:Southern Indian Ocean
  • Country:South Africa
  • Region:All Africa South of Sahara
Photo File Ref: BOA02201ac Petrel Great-winged 3 South East Indian Ocean - Flock22 Jan22 PH850_9483
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