Wisdom, the oldest-known wild bird, laid her first egg in four years at about 74 years old, highlighting the longevity and reproductive resilience of Laysan albatrosses.
Wildlife officials confirmed that Wisdom returned to the Midway Atoll to lay what may be her 60th egg, demonstrating the commitment of these seabirds to their nesting grounds.
Jonathan Plissner, supervisory wildlife biologist, expressed optimism about the egg hatching, emphasizing the significant role of seabird colonies in ecological health at the refuge.
Wisdom has a remarkable history, first banded in 1956, showcasing the extensive lifespan typical of Laysan albatrosses, which is around 68 years.
Collection
[
|
...
]