PA
North America
Plumed Albatross
Diomedea melanophris
About this species
Native to North America, the Plumed Albatross thrives in arctic habitats and belongs to the Diomedeidae family. It is recognised by its distinctive plumage and call.
The Plumed Albatross is part of the order Procellariiformes and the Diomedeidae family. Its preferred habitat is arctic, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Endangered, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of North America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Diomedeidae family and Procellariiformes order.