About the Abbott's Booby
The Abbott's Booby (Papasula abbotti) is a species of bird in the Boobies and Gannets family (Sulidae), within the order Suliformes. This family contains 11 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code abbboo2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Suliformes |
| Family | Boobies and Gannets (Sulidae) |
| Species | Papasula abbotti |
| Species Codes | abbboo2, ABBO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Abbott's Booby belong to?
The Abbott's Booby (Papasula abbotti) belongs to the Boobies and Gannets family (Sulidae), in the order Suliformes.
How can I identify the Abbott's Booby?
The Abbott's Booby is a member of the Boobies and Gannets family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Abbott's Booby sighting?
You can log sightings of Abbott's Booby on eBird (ebird.org) using species code abbboo2, or on iNaturalist.