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Magnificent Frigatebird (Male)

Fregata magnificens

Photo by AshleyT
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Field Notes

Description:

A large seabird that is all black with a red throat patch. The throat patch inflates like a large balloon when trying to attract females.

Habitat:

Flying over the bay while riding the ferry to Galveston island.

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Magnificent Frigatebird

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PublishedJuly 20, 2013

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