August 16, 2009

Shearwaters come and go

Yesterday we had an encounter with the great shearwater (Puffinus gravis). Only one individual but made me very happy! It was my first sighting of this species here in Lagos. This seabird made a remarkable migration from the southern hemisphere and usually stays in our waters for short periods of time. Just like seasons, it has been a pleasure to witness their arrival and departure. How did we spot this seabird? It was right above the common dolphins we had all day. And Spanish was the official language! More about the great shearwater here.

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