Fregatidae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Suliformes, class Aves. The family contains 4 accepted species worldwide.
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Fregata minor (Gmelin, 1789)
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Fregata ariel (G.R.Gray, 1845)
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Fregata andrewsi Mathews, 1914
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Fregata magnificens Mathews, 1914
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Fregatidae animals belong to the Suliformes order in the Animalia kingdom. Juveniles and immature birds are harder to distinguish, but the presence of white spurs in the armpits is a helpful identifying feature. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
Fregatidae is classified in the order Suliformes, class Aves, phylum Chordata. Unlike other frigatebird species, it does not have a white axillary spur, and juvenile individuals have a distinct diamond-shaped belly patch.
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