The Nazca booby is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN. Although populations are thought to decrease to some extent, this decline is not strong enough to require classification in a threat category.

The largest of the three booby species in Galapagos, the Nazca booby was previously thought to be a subspecies of the masked booby, but is now considered a separate species.

Nov 29, 2023 · While no booby species are currently at immediate risk of extinction, continued downward population trends are concerning. Concerted conservation efforts will be needed to …

Predictions of rapid further warming around the Galápagos Islands would result in sardines being permanently excluded from the masked booby's foraging range, preventing the growth rate from …

With so many endemic species in the region, protecting them here is almost synonymous with preventing their global extinction. These species are one of the important beneficiaries of our work, …

The good news is that if you want to see the Galapagos Nazca booby, it does not matter when you travel, as the bird resides in the Galapagos Islands all year around.

In total, 47 species of sea birds have been recorded in the Galapagos, 19 of which are resident to the Islands. The sea birds therefore account for nearly one third of all the species ever recorded in the …

Sep 17, 2025 · Nazca boobies are the largest of the booby birds in the Galapagos Islands. In this post, you'll learn 26 Nazca booby facts - from range, diet, mating rituals, and obligate siblicide (yes, it's as …

The Nazca Booby is not considered endangered. The Galápagos National Park protects them by enforcing strict rules to preserve their ecosystem. As is the case for many sea birds, some of the …

Aug 18, 2025 · Despite its iconic status and frequent appearance in nature documentaries, a common misconception exists regarding its population. The blue-footed booby is not extinct; it continues to …