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A Short Summer: The Albatrosses' Rush to Breed
In A Short Summer: The Albatrosses' Rush to Breed, see how albatrosses race against time to breed before the harsh winter arrives. These magnificent birds must ensure the survival of their chicks during a very short breeding season. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Planet Earth II, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
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Subantarctic Islands
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Planet Earth II
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5:29
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Subantarctic Islands
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Program:
Planet Earth II
Time:
5:29
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Q: Why do albatrosses have such a short breeding season?
A: Albatrosses must breed quickly to ensure that their chicks are born and grow before the winter weather forces them to leave for warmer areas.
Q: How does the albatross's environment affect its breeding behavior?
A: The environment on the Subantarctic Islands is cold and harsh, so the albatross must time its breeding season to ensure that the chicks have time to mature before winter arrives.
Q: How do albatrosses' mating rituals help ensure the survival of the species?
A: The complex mating rituals and strong pair bonds of albatrosses help them successfully reproduce, as they often mate for life and work together to raise their chicks.
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