Petrel Northern Giant (Macronectes halli) in flight – near Marion Island, South Africa

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Petrel Northern Giant (Macronectes halli) in flight – near 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.

Third morning at sea, 27th January after leaving Cape Town, about 15km from Marion Island.  Image taken from above.

  • Species:Northern Giant Petrel (Macronectes halli)
  • Bird Type:In flight
  • FamilyPetrels, Shearwaters (Procellariidae)
  • Date Taken20220127
  • Location:Near Marion Island
  • Country:South Africa
  • Region:All Africa South of Sahara
Photo File Ref: BOA02003ac Petrel Northern Giant 3 near Marion Island RSA - Flock22 Jan22 PH850_0116
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