Bluefooted Booby Collection

The blue-footed booby, scientifically known as Sula nebouxii, is a fascinating bird species found in the Galapagos Islands of Ecuador

Bluefooted Booby Collection: Blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii) pair, North Seymour Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii) pair, North Seymour Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America

Bluefooted Booby Collection: Close-up of a blue-footed booby

Close-up of a blue-footed booby, South Seymour Island, Galapagos Islands

Bluefooted Booby Collection: Blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii) male, North Seymour Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii) male, North Seymour Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America

Bluefooted Booby Collection: Blue-footed booby pair with different coloured feet. (Sula nebouxii)

Blue-footed booby pair with different coloured feet. (Sula nebouxii). Punta Suarez, Espa ola Island, Galapagos
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Bluefooted Booby Collection: Ecuador. A Blue-footed Booby perches on a guano-covered volcanic rock on North Seymour

Ecuador. A Blue-footed Booby perches on a guano-covered volcanic rock on North Seymour Island in the Galapagos

Bluefooted Booby Collection: Blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii excisa) Punta Cevallos, Espanola or Hood Island Island

Blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii excisa) Punta Cevallos, Espanola or Hood Island Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. By far the least common of the three booby species in Galapagos

Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii), Isla Plaza (Palza island)

Bluefooted Booby Collection: Blue-footed booby feet

Blue-footed booby feet
Blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii) feet on a rock. The blue feet of this seabird are used in courtship displays. The blue-footed booby is found on the Pacific coasts of Central America

Bluefooted Booby Collection: Blue-footed booby

Blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii) standing on a rock. This seabird is found on the Pacific coasts of Central America and northern South America, and on nearby islands

Bluefooted Booby Collection: Feet of a blue-footed booby

Feet of a blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii excisa). The blue feet of this seabird are used in courtship displays. There are several subspecies of blue-footed boobies

Bluefooted Booby Collection: Diving bird coming up under water. (Sula nebouxii). Bartolom Island, Galapagos, Ecuador

Diving bird coming up under water. (Sula nebouxii). Bartolom Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
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Bluefooted Booby Collection: Blue-footed booby heading for surface. (Sula nebouxi). Isla Bartolom, Galapagos, Ecuador

Blue-footed booby heading for surface. (Sula nebouxi). Isla Bartolom, Galapagos, Ecuador
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Bluefooted Booby Collection: Blue-footed booby pair with 5 chicks. The maximum number of chicks is normally 3. (Sula nebouxii)

Blue-footed booby pair with 5 chicks. The maximum number of chicks is normally 3. (Sula nebouxii)
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Bluefooted Booby Collection: Blue-footed booby with 2 young chicks. (Sula nebouxii). North Seymour Island, Galapagos, Ecuador

Blue-footed booby with 2 young chicks. (Sula nebouxii). North Seymour Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
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Bluefooted Booby Collection: Adult common egret in blue-footed booby colony. (Casmerodius albus)

Adult common egret in blue-footed booby colony. (Casmerodius albus). Punta Suarez, Espa ola Island, Galapagos
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Bluefooted Booby Collection: Blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii) mating exhibition in the Galapagos Island Group, Ecuador

Blue-footed booby (Sula nebouxii) mating exhibition in the Galapagos Island Group, Ecuador
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The blue-footed booby, scientifically known as Sula nebouxii, is a fascinating bird species found in the Galapagos Islands of Ecuador. With its distinctive bright blue feet, this seabird captures the attention of all who encounter it. One captivating image showcases a pair of blue-footed boobies on North Seymour Island. Their vibrant feet stand out against the rocky terrain as they gracefully perch side by side. Another close-up shot highlights the intricate details of a single booby's foot, showcasing its unique shade of blue. A male blue-footed booby on North Seymour Island steals the spotlight in another photograph. Its brilliant azure feet are an unmistakable feature that sets it apart from other avian species in this region. Punta Suarez on Espa ola Island reveals an extraordinary sight - a pair of blue-footed boobies with different colored feet. This unusual occurrence adds to their charm and mystique, making them even more intriguing to observe. As we return to North Seymour Island once again, we witness multiple shots capturing these magnificent birds in their natural habitat. The UNESCO World Heritage Site provides them with ample space and protection for breeding and nesting activities. Finally, at Cormorant Point on Floreana Island, another UNESCO World Heritage Site within the Galapagos Islands archipelago, yet another stunning image showcases a solitary blue-footed booby perched majestically against breathtaking coastal scenery. These images serve as reminders of the beauty and diversity present within our natural world. The striking appearance and behaviors exhibited by these incredible creatures make them truly remarkable inhabitants of South America's Galapagos Islands.