White-capped Noddy

Anous albivitta

The White-capped Noddy (Anous albivitta) is a seabird found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Pacific and Indian Oceans. It is characterized by its black plumage, white cap, and long, slender wings. This species is known for its graceful flight and agile diving abilities, which it uses to catch small fish and squid. White-capped Noddies are colonial nesters, often breeding on remote islands and atolls. They play a vital role in marine ecosystems, contributing to nutrient cycling through their guano. Despite facing threats from habitat destruction and predation by invasive species on some breeding islands, the global population of White-capped Noddies is currently stable.

Habitat: Tropical and subtropical oceans, often near remote islands and atolls