About the Ascension Frigatebird
The Ascension frigatebird is a seabird of the frigatebird family Fregatidae which breeds on Boatswain Bird Island and Ascension Island in the tropical Atlantic Ocean.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Suliformes |
| Family | Frigatebirds (Fregatidae) |
| Species | Fregata aquila |
| Species Codes | asifri1, ASFR |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ascension Frigatebird belong to?
The Ascension Frigatebird (Fregata aquila) belongs to the Frigatebirds family (Fregatidae), in the order Suliformes.
What is the conservation status of the Ascension Frigatebird?
The Ascension Frigatebird is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Ascension Frigatebird?
The Ascension frigatebird is a seabird of the frigatebird family Fregatidae which breeds on Boatswain Bird Island and Ascension Island in the tropical Atlantic Ocean....
Where can I report a Ascension Frigatebird sighting?
You can log sightings of Ascension Frigatebird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code asifri1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Suliformes
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Quick Stats
Suliformes
Order
5
Species in Family
27
iNat Observations
VU
IUCN Status
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