qT=2&tQ=Albatrosses can survive for many days without eating.&tC=True|False&cC=1&fB=The wandering albatross flies up to 6,250 miles to find food to bring back to the nest! How can the nest-bound albatross survive for weeks without a meal?<br><br>The albatross’ stomach is divided into upper and lower parts. Food is broken down in the upper stomach and water-soluble components of the food pass to the lower stomach for digestion. The oil-based parts of their meals float to the top and serve as a ready source of nourishment for parent and chick over the lean weeks back at home.