Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor ridgwayi)

For once I think the female is more beautiful – at least in this posture and light!


It difficult to tell the the Great and Magnificent Frigatebird apart except on close range. The Great Frigatebird has a green iridescense in the back feathers, while the Magnificent has a purple. The Great Frigatebird also has a brown color on the edge of the primary coverts – which is clearly visible on the female here.

It sounds like this:

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Last updated on 6 April 2023