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Breeding exclusively on three small, remote islands off the coast of Tasmania, Shy Albatrosses are an emblem of the wild southern seas. These spectacular birds range thousands of kilometers, often just centimeters above the icy subantarctic waters, in search of an abundance of fish. Remarkably, these birds can fly for days—sometimes even weeks—without ever touching down, gliding effortlessly on the omnipresent ocean winds. As they soar across vast seascapes, they rest by shutting down one side of their brain at a time, sleeping on the wing while staying alert to the world around them—a phenomenon known as unihemispheric slow-wave sleep.

From high above, a small island in southern Tasmania sits quietly beneath the afternoon sun. Tall trees reach skyward, their long shadows stretching and their dark fingers tracing patterns across the still water. The golden light softens the rocky edges of the island, revealing a place untouched and steady, where time moves slow and the rhythm of nature holds firm. Here, isolated and framed by the sea, the island carries its own story—of growth, shelter, and the gentle pull of light and shadow through the day.

Jabirus, more formally known as Black-necked Storks, are an icon of Northern Australia. These imposing birds stand up to 1.3 metres tall, complimented by a wingspan stretching over two metres. Built for wetlands, they wade through floodplains and billabongs on stilt-like legs, hunting fish, frogs, and insects. Their feathers flash iridescent blues and greens in the sun, set against a stark white body and jet-black neck. Unlike most stork species, they’re found only in Australia and parts of Southeast Asia—here, they’re the last of their kind. Usually seen alone or in pairs, they can remain motionless for long stretches before suddenly bursting into a flurry of activity, vigorously hunting their next meal.

This image was awarded first place in both the Niches and Hollows (animals) and Early Career Ecologist categories in the 2024 Ecological Society of Australia Photo Competition.