Elegant red-tailed tropicbird with red bill and tail on Midway in the Pacific (00004750)
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Description: The red-tailed tropicbird, scientifically known as Phaethon rubricauda, is a fascinating seabird species with snow-white plumage and striking red bill and tail. This image captures one of these elegant birds on the ground on Midway Island against the deep blue sky of the Pacific. Red-tailed tropicbirds are true aerial acrobats and a delight to watch for bird enthusiasts. They nest on the ground on Midway and exhibit no fear of humans.
Location: Hawaiian Islands, Midway, USA
Date of Capture: 18.07.2001