About the Christmas Island Frigatebird
The Christmas Island Frigatebird (Fregata andrewsi) is a species of bird in the Frigatebirds family (Fregatidae), within the order Suliformes. This family contains 5 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code chifri1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Suliformes |
| Family | Frigatebirds (Fregatidae) |
| Species | Fregata andrewsi |
| Species Codes | chifri1, CIFR, CHFR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Christmas Island Frigatebird belong to?
The Christmas Island Frigatebird (Fregata andrewsi) belongs to the Frigatebirds family (Fregatidae), in the order Suliformes.
How can I identify the Christmas Island Frigatebird?
The Christmas Island Frigatebird is a member of the Frigatebirds family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Christmas Island Frigatebird sighting?
You can log sightings of Christmas Island Frigatebird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chifri1, or on iNaturalist.