Royal vs "Wandering" Albatross (1 Viewer)

[njlarsen]

This image was uploaded as Royal but a comment below indicates it should be from the Wandering complex, possibly Antipodean? Any help in getting the id firmed up?

Royal Albatross?

Taking a chance with Albatross pics. If I have identified them incorrectly, please shout.

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[Jon.Bryant]

Not the best angle, but I think Antipodean. Can’t see black cutting edges to the bill and forehead looks quite steep - Royals tend to have a sloping forehead, which forms more of an extension of the bill. Although there are fine vermiculations on the wing, there also appear to be some large white patches, so presumably this bird would show more blotchy wings than a typical Southern.