About the Red-footed Booby
The Red-footed Booby (Sula sula) 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 refboo 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 sula |
| Species Codes | refboo, RFBO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-footed Booby belong to?
The Red-footed Booby (Sula sula) belongs to the Boobies and Gannets family (Sulidae), in the order Suliformes.
How can I identify the Red-footed Booby?
The Red-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 Red-footed Booby sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-footed Booby on eBird (ebird.org) using species code refboo, or on iNaturalist.