Red-footed Booby
Red-footed Booby
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The Red-footed Booby is the smallest booby species, distinctive for its bright red feet and variable plumage, ranging from entirely white to a dark brown morph. It nests in trees and shrubs, unlike most boobies.
Where to spot
Widespread in tropical and subtropical oceans globally. Breeds on remote oceanic islands with suitable vegetation for nesting.
How to spot
Look for its characteristic bright red feet, which are visible even from a distance. Identify its plumage morph (white or brown). Often seen flying gracefully over the ocean, resting on buoys or ships, or nesting in trees on islands. Observe its shallow plunge-dives for fish.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in its tropical oceanic range. Breeding seasons vary geographically, with continuous activity in some areas.
Where to spot
Widespread in tropical and subtropical oceans globally. Breeds on remote oceanic islands with suitable vegetation for nesting.
How to spot
Look for its characteristic bright red feet, which are visible even from a distance. Identify its plumage morph (white or brown). Often seen flying gracefully over the ocean, resting on buoys or ships, or nesting in trees on islands. Observe its shallow plunge-dives for fish.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in its tropical oceanic range. Breeding seasons vary geographically, with continuous activity in some areas.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
It is the only booby species that typically nests in trees, building crude stick nests, which is a key adaptation to nesting on forested islands.
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