Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor) — Least Concern Aves

Great Frigatebird

Fregata minor

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Suliformes · Fregatidae

About

The great frigatebird is a large seabird in the frigatebird family. There are major nesting populations in the tropical Pacific Ocean, such as Hawaii and the Galápagos Islands; in the Indian Ocean, colonies can be found in the Seychelles and Mauritius, and there is a tiny population in the South Atlantic, mostly on and around St. Helena and Boatswain Bird Island.

Fun Fact

The great frigatebird is a large and lightly built seabird up to 105 cm long with predominantly black plumage.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Range in the Pacific Ocean, with around 10,000 pairs nesting mostly in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands.

Diet

Diet of the great frigatebird; other fish species and squid may be eaten as well.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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