Northern Royal Albatross vs Buller's Albatross
Diomedea sanfordi compared with Thalassarche bulleri
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Northern Royal Albatross | Buller's Albatross |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Diomedea sanfordi | Thalassarche bulleri |
| Order | Procellariiformes | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Diomedeidae | Diomedeidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 122.2 cm (48.1 in) | 100.2 cm (39.4 in) |
| Weight | 7577.0 g (267.27 oz) | 2912.5 g (102.74 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Northern Royal Albatross only
None
Buller's Albatross only
Conservation Status
Endangered
Northern Royal Albatross
Near Threatened
Buller's Albatross
About These Birds
Northern Royal Albatross
Northern Royal Albatross, 107–122 cm, wingspan 270–320 cm, is one of the largest birds alive. Breeds only on the Chatham Islands, New Zealand (and rarely mainland). Almost entirely white in adult plumage; black cutting edge on upper wing. Circumnavigates the Southern Ocean. Endangered; ~17,000 individuals.
Buller's Albatross
Buller's Albatross, 76–81 cm, wingspan 205–213 cm, breeds on the Solander Islands and Snares Islands of New Zealand. Distinctive grey head, white forehead, and a broad yellow stripe along the bill. Piscivore and squid feeder; pelagic across the South Pacific. Near Threatened; moderately affected by longline bycatch.