Lesser Frigatebird
Fregata ariel
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<birdfyi-bird slug="fregata-ariel"></birdfyi-bird>The Lesser Frigatebird (Fregata ariel) is a bird species in the family Fregatidae (frigatebirds), within the order Suliformes (boobies & cormorants). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 102.6 cm and a weight of 803.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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71–81 cm, wingspan 175–193 cm. Smallest frigatebird; male all-black with white axillary spurs; female has white breast and spurs. Breeds Indian Ocean and western Pacific tropical islands. Kleptoparasitic and pursuit-feeds on flyingfish; brilliant red gular sac inflated at display.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 102.6 cm | 40.4 in |
| Weight | 803.75 g | 28.35 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 45 days. Fledging: 140-188 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Suliformes (Boobies & Cormorants) |
| Family | Fregatidae (Frigatebirds) |
| Genus | Fregata |
| Species | Fregata ariel |
Distribution
Lesser Frigatebird has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
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