The albatross is one of the most amazing creatures nature has brought into this world. There are about twenty different types of species and they have been rated to be one of the largest seabirds ever. Albatross's are known for their immense wingspans that range from five to twelve feet and it is unbelievable how petite their body structure is. Unfortunately where there is ignorance their is superstition. Sadly this large seabird with its incredible endurance of long flights had at some era symbolized a bad omen amongst sailors. Back in the early 1950’s the albatross had an infamous reputation and despite superstition the killing of an albatross would bring permanent doom to the ship and its crew. Literature was filled with albatross superstitions and folklore. One fine example is the Rime of the Ancient Mariner written by Samuel Coleridge. Throughout this poem it emphasized that the death of the albatross was a terrible sin. The shooting of the albatross showed the Christian process of morality, divine judgment, redemption and divine forgiveness with nature for such atrocity. Like legends and myths such superstitions began out of ignorance and fairy tales. Nowadays these gorgeous birds have been studied closely
The reason these creatures are able to endure in numerous ways is because of their complex anatomy. Their wings and system are assembled in such way that it is easy for these bird to carry on despite its huge size with its life. Albatross’s are creatures that are partially composed of air. The reason being is because they contain air sacs that surround their organs and have hallow bones. Albatross’s are enormous creatures but their skeleton only occupies 13% of its total weight and their muscles also only take up 9% of their bodies. Pretty impressive for such vast bird.
journeys looking for food to bring back to the nest, the bird that is left behind does not starve because they have a special tool they have for storing food. These birds digestive tracts can act as a separatory funnel. A separatory funnel is used to separate liquids that have different densities. The lighter liquid floats on top of the heavier liquid, and the heavier liquid can be let out of the funnel by opening a hole at the bottom of the funnel. This allows the birds to go on with out food for days until its mate has return with its prey.
It is truly remarkable how this gigantic bird can travel great distances over the ocean. Throughout their journey these creatures are believed to sleep while they’re still in motion as they breeze through the wind. It is said that throughout their whole lifespan albatross spend 95 percent of their existence at sea flying. Albatross’s are different from other birds because their wing structure allows them to endure more than any other speci
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