East Antarctica and sub-Antarctic Islands

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An easily overlooked bird, this Campbell Island pipit (Anthus novaeseelandiae aucklandicus) represents a hope for conservation, as its species naturally re-established following a monumental and successful rat eradication program in 2001. With few visitors, the birds are remarkably quiet and curious. Campbell Island, sub-Antarctic islands.

An intimate moment of grooming between a Southern Royal Albatross (Diomedea epomophora) pair reinforces their bond before they swap places on the nest. These unbelievably huge birds struggle to keep their balance and their feathers immaculate in the relentless wind gusts that are vital for their take-offs. This recovering population is at most threat from longline fishing. Campbell Island, sub-Antarctic islands.

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East Antarctica and sub-Antarctic Islands

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