About the Blue-footed Booby
The Blue-footed Booby (Sula nebouxii) 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 bfoboo 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 | Sula nebouxii |
| Species Codes | bfoboo, BFBO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-footed Booby belong to?
The Blue-footed Booby (Sula nebouxii) belongs to the Boobies and Gannets family (Sulidae), in the order Suliformes.
How can I identify the Blue-footed Booby?
The Blue-footed 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 Blue-footed Booby sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-footed Booby on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bfoboo, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Boobies and Gannets 11 species
More Birds in Order Suliformes
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Quick Stats
Suliformes
Order
11
Species in Family
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