The Enormous Bird That Can Ride the Wind for 10,000 Miles

The albatross has wings that span up to 11 feet, and it uses them to cross entire oceans.
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The Proclaimers would walk 500 miles, and then they'd walk 500 more, just to be the type of people who would walk 1,000 miles. Which is admirable, though relatively tame compared to the antics of the albatross. This enormous bird rides the wind for up to 10,000 miles. Check out this week's episode of Absurd Creatures to learn more!

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