Birds Database .. detailed information | |
Great Frigatebird Fregata minor | |
Bird Family : | "Frigatebirds" Fregatidae |
Description : | Rare in local area. Length 1m. Seabird. Has been seen in mixed flocks with Lesser Frigatebirds at Cape Cleveland. Attacks other seabirds to steal their food. Lays 1 egg on a nest of sticks, in low bushes of tropical islands. |
Typical Habitat : | Tropical seas. |
Distribution : | Locally abundant in north-eastern coast. |
Migration : | Nomadic. Seen regularly in off shore waters. Main breeding season, April to October. |
Introduced : | No |
Seen North Qld : | Yes |
EPBC : | Migratory |
Additional info .. | locations seen (2) .. observations (1) .. |
EPBC = Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act (Commonwealth) |
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