Morphology
When seen in flight the snow-white body with the black tail, primaries and secondaries, and dark bill makes them easy to identify. At closer range the distinctive golden crown and nape, which gradually becomes white on the neck, is noticeable. Juveniles and Immatures are dark brown with a pale bill, and can resemble the dark-coloured Boobies at first glance. Adults are about 84–94 cm (33–37 in) long and have a 171–185 cm (68–73 in) wingspan and weigh ca. 2600 g (5.7 lbs).
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