Galápagos Frigatebirds

Aerial acrobatics, and distinctive appearance, making them a must-see attraction

What you need to know about the Galápagos Frigatebirds

Galápagos Frigatebirds are one of the greatest birds on Galápagos Islands. Frigatebirds are most known for their incredible breeding behavior. Males will expand the red sac on their necks with air at this time. These meaty, brilliant red balloons are utilized to exhibit the male’s health and vigor to females. Male competitors will sit in groups, wings wide, red sacs inflated, heads inclined back. Frigatebirds spend the most of their time foraging for food, and their diet consists of squid, fish, jellyfish, and crabs. They will often take food from the mouths of other birds, notably Blue-Footed Boobies. Moreover, there are five species of Frigatebirds around the tropics. Only two of them are found on the Galápagos Islands, the Great Frigatebird and the Magnificent Frigatebird, both very alike.

Interesting facts

The Great and Magnificent Frigatebirds frequently nest together.

Despite their grace in the air, frigatebirds are unable to walk or swim.

The Magnificent Frigatebird has a greater wingspan than the Great, reaching up to 45 inches (114cm) compared to 40 inches (105cm) for the Great.

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Where can it be seen?
Albermarle Point Isabela Galapagos Islands

Albemarle Point

Visitors can ride a panga to get near to the animal action despite the fact that landing is not...

A walk on North Seymour Galapagos Islands

A walk on North Seymour

The Island has a path visitors can go through to experience some adventure. The path goes through...

A walk on Rabida Island Galapagos

A walk on Rábida Island

Here, visitors can take a walk around the beach, inland and up the cliffs. They may find lazy...

Bachas Beach Galapagos Islands

Bachas Beach

Today, visitors may see the rusted sides of the barge jutting out from beneath the sand. Las Bachas is a beautiful...

Whale Bay Galapagos Islands

Whale Bay

A green sand beach used by whalers as a dock and camp to transport huge tortoises for subsequent...

Black Turtle Cove Galapagos Islands

Black Turtle Cove

Tranquil cove surrounded by mangroves on Santa Cruz's north coast. Around Black Turtle Cove, there...

Cape Douglas Fernandina Galapagos Islands

Cape Douglas

Perfect spot for scuba diving! Cape Douglas has very moderate currents which is adequate for ...

Buccaneer Cove Galapagos Islands

Buccaneer Cove

This cove was formerly a haven for pirates, where they could escape punishment and resupply their...

Cape Marshall Isabela Galapagos Islands

Cape Marshall

This wall dive is a perfect option for people who have experience scuba diving since its currents are heavy...

Carrion Point Galapagos Islands

Carrion Point

Eastern coast outwards into the water, providing a secluded bay that is ideal for snorkeling. There is no need...

Champion Islet Galapagos Islands

Champion Islet

This little Islet is perfect for yacht cruises and for snorkeling. It is known for their fantastic...

Chinese Hat Galapagos Islands

Chinese Hat

Here, there is a path following the shore into an unsettling scene of jet black lava. These hardy...

Concha Perla Isabela Galapagos Islands

Concha de Perla

A bay full of crystalline and tempered waters. There is also a yellow sanded little beach. Visitors can...

Cormorant Point Galapagos Islands

Cormorant Point

The abundance of olivine crystals is what gives the green sand beach its distinctive tint. While the thin...

Cowley Islet Galapagos Islands

Cowley Islet

Perfect place for diving and seeking beautiful marine wildlife. It was given that name in honor of...

Daphne Major Galapagos Island

Daphne Major

Is 400 feet or so above sea level. Here, you get the chance to get a boat tour provided by the region to go snorkeling...

Darwin Bay Galapagos Islands

Darwin Bay

Here you will see red-footed boobies and gulls, which stop to rest on the rock cliffs. Also...

Devil's Crown Galapagos Island

Devil's Crown

Perfect place to practice snorkeling. The interior is sandy and protected from the waves, nonetheles...

Gardner Bay Galapagos Islands

Gardner Bay

In here you can not only walk around lazy sea lions but you can also lay in the sand with them and take a nap...

Interpretation Center Galapagos Islands

Interpretation Center

Here, visitors will get the chance to know plenty of information about Galápagos story and habitats...

Mosquera Islet Galapagos Islands

Mosquera Islet

As many islets are, this one was also formed because of a volcanic uprising. Killer whales...

Pitt Point Galapagos Islands

Pitt Point

Here, you’ll follow a moderate hiking trail. Visitors may observe all three varieties of...

Punta Mejia Galapagos Islands

Punta Mejia

Mejia Point, another tourist destination for Marchena, is located on the island's southwest shore...

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