A flock of Laysan Albatrosses.
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Midway Atoll is home to more than 1.3 million Laysan Albatross. An estimated 20 tons of debris is brought to Midway Atoll each year, a quarter of which is flown in by the birds. (Photo Credit: NOAA CREP)


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