Wisdom the Laysan Albatross

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Wisdom the Laysan albatross, at least 74 years old, laid an egg at the Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge. She has been thriving despite various challenges and is an inspiration due to her resilience and longevity.

Key Points

  • Wisdom is the oldest known bird in the wild, banded in 1956.
  • She has laid an egg at the age of at least 74.
  • Wisdom has persisted through various challenges and threats.
  • She has likely produced 50 to 60 eggs in her lifetime.

Pros

  • Wisdom's longevity and resilience are inspiring.
  • She has flown over 3 million miles in her lifetime.
  • Wisdom has successfully navigated man-made threats and natural disasters.

Cons

  • The ongoing effects of climate change pose risks to Wisdom and other seabirds.
  • Breeding habitat loss due to climate change is a concern.