With its 1.8 m wing-span, the Australasian gannet is a conspicuous, predominantly white seabird that is common in New Zealand coastal waters. They can be observed feeding solitarily or in …

These two-and-a-half kilogram birds have a wingspan of two metres, and their mastery of the onshore updrafts is impressive to say the least. Each pair lays one egg and the parents take …

Northern gannets are the largest seabirds in the North Atlantic, having a wingspan of up to two metres ( feet). The other two species occur in the temperate seas around southern Africa, …

We’re very lucky here at Gannet Safaris Overland to be visiting New Zealand’s largest gannet colony, with an incredible 20,000 birds. We have the privilege of driving through the country’s …

With bold colours, rakish lines and a wing span of almost two metres, gannets are not only among the most elegant of birds but are almost masters of the wind. The gannet uses its tail like an …

New Zealand is one of the best places in the world to view Australasian gannets. There are three accessible mainland breeding colonies – at Cape Kidnappers, Muriwai and Farewell Spit. …

Feb 26, 2018 · New Zealand's west coast is one of the best places in the world to view these large seabirds. Hang on to your hairpiece because the winds at Muriwai will send whatever …

Breeding colonies of Australasian gannets are spread around New Zealand. The largest colonies, with over 10,000 breeding pairs each, are offshore – on Three Kings Island at the northern tip …

Aug 15, 2023 · Large white birds with long black tipped wings and a golden head and neck, they are easily recognisable by their noble profile when flying, so unlike the pedestrian gulls that …

Nov 13, 2024 · Perhaps the Australasian Gannet should be New Zealand’s national bird instead of the Kiwi. Many young New Zealanders take off when they are old enough to live and work in …