1,626 observationsLeast Concern
Lesser Frigatebird
Fregata ariel
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Suliformes ›Family: Fregatidae ›Genus: Fregata
About
The lesser frigatebird (Fregata ariel) is a seabird of the frigatebird family Fregatidae. At 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Lesser Frigatebird is Fregata ariel.
- The Lesser Frigatebird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
- Lesser Frigatebird belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Lesser Frigatebird belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Lesser Frigatebird belongs to the class Aves.
- Lesser Frigatebird belongs to the order Suliformes.
- Lesser Frigatebird belongs to the family Fregatidae.
- Lesser Frigatebird belongs to the genus Fregata.