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Meet the Blue-Footed Boobie – Punta Vincente Rocca – Isabela Island – Galapagos Islands

 

I had heard and seen photos of blue-footed boobies before, and I really hoped we’d get to see some “in person” on this trip.  Well, today was our lucky day!  However, since we were in a panga on rolling waves, it was a bit challenging to get clear, crisp shots of them.  I did my best, tho!

First Sighting Blue-Footed Boobie

My first view of these boobies was when one was swimming in the water.  Altho this shot isn’t the best (since I cut off part of his tail – see above reference to being in a moving panga!), I really liked that I could see his blue feet in the clear waters.

Blue-Footed Boobies Home

Here are a couple of boobies – I felt like one of them was just getting home & being greeted by the other one.  This certainly seems to be a favorite perching spot, as you can tell by how they’ve “decorated” the rocks!

Nesting Blue-Footed Boobies

These two really did seem to be nesting.  I can’t really see the one sitting on the nest very well, but it does look like a boobie, with her mate keeping watch. 

Blue-Footed Boobie Profile

Both this boobie and the waves decided to cooperate for this shot.  It’s nice and clear, and he’s completely visible in the frame!  Yea!

Enjoy!