In 2004, BirdLife International split this species from the Atlantic yellow-nosed albatross; however Clements has not split it yet, and the SACC has not either, but recognises the need for a proposal.
In 2004, BirdLife International divided this species from the Atlantic yellow-nosed albatross. However, Clements hasn't made the separation yet, and the SACC hasn't either, but they recognize that a proposal is needed.