About the Lesser Frigatebird
The lesser frigatebird is a seabird of the frigatebird family Fregatidae. Around 75 cm (30 in) in length, it is the smallest species of frigatebird. It occurs over tropical and subtropical waters across the Indian and Pacific Oceans, as well as off the Atlantic coast of Brazil.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Suliformes |
| Family | Frigatebirds (Fregatidae) |
| Species | Fregata ariel |
| Species Codes | lesfri, LEFR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lesser Frigatebird belong to?
The Lesser Frigatebird (Fregata ariel) belongs to the Frigatebirds family (Fregatidae), in the order Suliformes.
How can I identify the Lesser Frigatebird?
The lesser frigatebird is a seabird of the frigatebird family Fregatidae. Around 75 cm (30 in) in length, it is the smallest species of frigatebird. It occurs over tropical and subtropical waters across the Indian and Pacific Oceans, as well as off the Atlantic coast of Brazil....
Where can I report a Lesser Frigatebird sighting?
You can log sightings of Lesser Frigatebird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lesfri, or on iNaturalist.
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