In this study, we used a bio-logging technique to investigate the distribution of marine debris from the viewpoint of seabirds, and to reveal the overlap with foraging areas and the process of attraction to debris. Black-footed albatrosses did not sit near all the debris they encountered; in some cases, they passed over the debris. In fact, we were not able to evaluate how the degree of attraction differs depending on the type of debris, which is an important issue for future studies. There are 22 species of albatrosses in the world, and many of them are in danger of extinction. It is hoped that the video-loggers and GPS-loggers will be applied to a larger number of albatrosses in the future to identify areas at high risk of encountering marine debris and to better understand the impact on marine life.
