Birdorable 193: Masked Booby
The Birdorable Bonanza continues with our 193th bird. The Masked Booby is a type of seabird that breeds on tropical islands. They are the largest species of Booby and are named for their dark grey facial... Read more »
Masked Booby
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About the Masked Booby
The Masked Booby, a magnificent and graceful seabird, commands the skies over tropical oceans around the world. As the largest member of the booby family, it boasts an impressive wingspan of 5 feet, making it a truly majestic sight in flight.
Characterized by its striking white plumage and contrasting black wings and tail, the Masked Booby is easily identifiable. Its namesake feature, a distinctive black mask around its eyes, adds to its striking appearance. This bird's powerful and streamlined body is perfectly adapted for life at sea, especially for its remarkable diving ability.
Known for their exceptional diving skills, Masked Boobies can plunge into the ocean at high speeds, capturing fish with incredible precision and agility. The Masked Booby's far-reaching presence across tropical oceans makes it a symbol of the open sea. Their awe-inspiring dives and elegant flight patterns are a captivating spectacle for sailors and birdwatchers, embodying the wild beauty of our planet's vast oceans.
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Details & Statistics
Added to Birdorable
Hatched July 24, 2009
Scientific Name
Sula dactylatra
Bird Family
Measurements
Length:
2.7 to 3 feet
(81.3 to 91.4 cm)
Wingspan:
5 feet
(1.5 meters)
Weight:
3.3 pounds
(1.5 kilos)
Range
International Names
Brazilian
Atobá-grande
Czech
Terej Maskový
Danish
Maskesule
Dutch
Maskergent
Finnish
Naamiosuula
French
Fou masqué
German
Maskentölpel
Italian
Sula Mscherata
Japanese
アオツラカツオドリ (Aotsukaratsuodori)
Polish
Gluptak Maskowy
Russian
Белая олуша
Spanish
Alcatraz Enmascarado
Swedish
Masksula
