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Lesser Frigatebird
Fregata ariel
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Least Concern
Wingspan
102.6 cm
Weight
803.75 g
Family
Fregatidae
Order
Suliformes
About
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
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
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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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Lesser Frigatebird endangered?
The Lesser Frigatebird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Lesser Frigatebird nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 45 days. Fledging: 140-188 days.
How big is the Lesser Frigatebird?
The Lesser Frigatebird has a wingspan of 102.6 cm, weight of 803.75 g.
What order and family does the Lesser Frigatebird belong to?
The Lesser Frigatebird (Fregata ariel) belongs to the order Suliformes and the family Fregatidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Fregatidae family