Manila Bulletin

WHY THE CURIOUS NAME?

These marine birds have striking colors. Their name originated from the physical appearance of their feet, which are vividly blue.

According to the website All About Birds, the term Booby reportedly originated from the Spanish word for stupid — bobo — and refers to these birds’ character and friendliness towards humans.

Unlike other bird species, these Booby birds like to interact with people who come close to their flock’s habitats. This made them easy to catch for food, especially for early mariners who presumed that these birds were stupid.

FEATHERED FRIENDS

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