Ascension Frigatebird (Fregata aquila)

Rarity Status
Currently this species is not classified as a rarity in this country OR information has not been updated.

Population
Estimated population is 17,000 - 20,200 (2010).

Status VU
Predation by humans, introduced Black Rats Rattus rattus and most especially feral cats are the main threats.

For more information see BirdLife International Species Factsheet.

Food
Fish, newly hatched Green Turtles.

Voice
Xeno-Canto Sound Files

Ascension Frigatebird (Fregata aquila) [XC314486]
by id from Ascension, United Kingdom (call)

Nest
An untidy platform of sticks, feathers and other debris, located on top of a low bush or in trees, or on the ground when vegetation is absent. In colonies close to nests of other breeding seabirds.

Subspecies
No subspecies.

Similar Species
Adult male allegedly inseparable from Magnificent Frigatebird (Fregata magnificens), but female is only female frigatebird with no white on head and body.

References
See References.

Files:

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