The majestic Masked Booby on a Navigation Sign Tower (00005270)
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Description: The Masked Booby (Sula dactylatra) is an impressive seabird that breeds on Eastern Island and perches on a navigation sign tower. With a wingspan of up to 1.70 meters and a length of about 80 centimeters, it is the largest tropical booby of its genus. The Masked Booby's diet consists mainly of flying fish, squid, and other small fish. Learn more about these fascinating birds and their threats in this informative description.
Location: Hawaiian Islands, Midway, USA
Date of Capture: 19.07.2001