Fregata Collection

Great frigatebird (Fregata minor) in tree with pair of Nazca boobies (Sula granti) showing mating behaviour, Genovesa Island, Galapagos

Common tern, Sterna hirundo, black tern, Chlidonias niger, great frigatebird, Fregata minor
FLO4597806 Common tern, Sterna hirundo, black tern, Chlidonias niger, great frigatebird, Fregata minor, and white-tailed tropicbird, Phaethon lepturus

Man of war bird or frigate bird, possibly a juvenile, Fregata magnificens. Illustration copied from George Edwards
FLO4640256 Man of war bird or frigate bird, possibly a juvenile, Fregata magnificens. Illustration copied from George Edwards

Great frigatebird (Fregata minor) pair, male on left. Galapagos, Ecuador

Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor) arriving at nest with chick, San Benedicto Island, Revillagigedo Archipelago Biosphere Reserve / Archipielago de Revillagigedo UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site

Great frigatebird (Fregata minor) male displaying inflated gular sac, Galapagos, Ecuador

Francolin, frigatebird and frangipani
Grey-winged francolin, Scleroptila afra 2, great frigatebird, Fregata minor 3, and red frangipani, Plumeria rubra 1. Franchipanier, francolin, fregate

Magnificent frigatebirds (Fregata magnificens) diving for fish prey, Borrero Bay, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

Magnificent frigatebird (Fregata magnificens) attacking Blue footed booby (Sula nebouxii) feeding chick. This bird is trying to steal the food from the parent. Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

Magnificent frigatebird (Fregata magnificens) in flight over sea between Isabela Island and Fernandina Island, Galapagos

Great frigatebird (Fregata minor) male displaying inflated gular sac, Galapagos, Ecuador

Great frigatebird (Phaethon aethereus) male at nest site, with gular sac inflated to attract females. Genovesa Island, Galapagos, May

Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor) in flight over Midway Atoll. Midway

Magnificent frigatebirds (Fregata magnificens) pair in courtship display, male with gular sac inflated, North Seymour Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands

Great Frigate bird (Fregata minor ridgwayi), South Plaza Island, Galapagos islands, Ecuador. Date: 03-11-2017

Great Frigate birds (Fregata minor ridgwayi), South Plaza Island, Galapagos islands, Ecuador. Date: 03-11-2017

Great frigatebird (Fregata minor) attempting to steal food from Nazca booby (Sula granti) feeding its chick, Genovesa Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Male Great frigatebird (Fregata minor) in breeding condition with semi-inflated throat pouch, Christmas Island, Australia

Great frigatebird, Fregata minor nicolli
Bird specimen collected by Robert Falcon Scotts British Antarctic Expedition 1910-1913, also known as the Terra Nova expedition

Picture No. 10848526
Great Frigatebird - trying to steal food as a Blue-footed Booby (Sula nebouxii excisa) feeds its chick (Fregata minor ridgwayi) Date:

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A magnificent frigate bird, Fregata magnificens, in flight over Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Archipelago, Ecuador

Wilsons frigate bird, Fregata wilsoni
Bird specimen collected by Robert Falcon Scotts British Antarctic Expedition 1910-1913, also known as the Terra Nova expedition

Picture No. 10848525
Great Frigatebird - displaying (Fregata minor ridgwayi) Date:

Frigate Bird (litho)
BAL109972 Frigate Bird (litho) by White, John (fl.1570-93) (after); 13.6x22.3 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Young Magnificent Frigatebird (Fregata magnificens), Galapagos

Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor), Galapagos

Young Great Frigatebirds -Fregata minor- in flight, Isla Genovesa, Galapagos Islands

Young Great Frigatebird -Fregata minor-, Isla Genovesa, Galapagos Islands

Female Great Frigatebird -Fregata minor- in flight, Isla Genovesa, Galapagos Islands

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Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor) Date:

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Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor) Date:

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Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor) Date:

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Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor) Date:

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Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor) Date:

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Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor) Date:

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Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor) Date:

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Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor) Date:

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Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor) Date:

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Tourist with a pair of Great Frigatebirds (Fregata minor) Date:

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Tourists on beach with Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor) Date:

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Lesser Frigatebird (Fregata ariel) Date:

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Great Frigatebird - calling (Fregata minor ridgwayi) Date:

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Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor ridgwayi) Date:

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Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor ridgwayi) Date:

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Great Frigatebird and Laysan Albatross (Phoebastria immutabilis) - at nest - with tourists (Fregata minor) Date:

Great frigatebird C016 / 6194
Great frigatebird (Fregata minor nicolli). Specimen collected by Robert Falcon Scotts British Antarctic Expedition 1910-1913, also known as the Terra Nova expedition

Wilsons frigate bird (Fregata wilsoni). Specimen collected by Robert Falcon Scotts British Antarctic Expedition 1910-1913, also known as the Terra Nova expedition

Fregata minor, great frigatebird
Plate 961, hand coloured copper engraving by Francois Nicolas Martinet from Georges Louis Leclerc, le comte de Buffons Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux, Vol. 9, (1784)

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"Fregata: The Majestic Frigatebirds of the Galapagos Islands" The Galapagos Islands are home to a remarkable species known as fregata, or frigatebirds. These magnificent creatures captivate onlookers with their impressive size and striking appearance. One captivating sight is that of a Great frigatebird perched high in a tree, accompanied by a pair of Nazca boobies. The contrasting colors and sizes create an intriguing composition against the lush greenery. In another scene, we witness the courtship display of male Great frigatebirds. With their gular sacs inflated, they perform an elaborate dance to attract potential mates. This mesmerizing spectacle takes place amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Galapagos National Park. Not far away, Magnificent frigatebirds engage in daring dives for fish prey in Borrero Bay. Their aerial acrobatics and precision are truly awe-inspiring as they plunge into the water with astonishing speed and accuracy. However, not all interactions between these birds are peaceful. A Magnificent frigatebird can be seen attacking a Blue-footed booby mid-flight. This intense struggle showcases both the power and aggression that exist within this avian world. As we explore further, we encounter scenes of parental care and nurturing instincts among these seabirds. A Great Frigatebird arrives at its nest site with a precious chick on San Benedicto Island while another male guards his territory with an inflated gular sac nearby. Finally, amidst this diverse ecosystem lies an enchanting moment where nature intertwines beautifully - a Francolin bird perches alongside both a frigatebird and fragrant frangipani flowers. It serves as a reminder that even amidst fierce competition for survival, harmony can still be found in unexpected places. Fregata represents more than just individual photographs; it encapsulates the spirit of these incredible birds thriving in one of Earth's most unique environments.