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Fregata Magnificens Collection

The Magnificent Frigatebird (Fregata magnificens) is a captivating creature found in various locations, showcasing its remarkable behaviors and stunning appearance

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Magnificent frigatebirds (Fregata magnificens) diving for fish prey, Borrero Bay

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

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Magnificent frigatebird (Fregata magnificens) attacking Blue footed booby (Sula nebouxii

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

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Magnificent frigatebird (Fregata magnificens) in flight over sea between Isabela Island

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

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Magnificent Frigate (Fregata magnificens) male displaying by inflating his throat pouch

Magnificent Frigate (Fregata magnificens) male displaying by inflating his throat pouch. North Seymour, Galapagos, Ecuador, April

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Central America, Belize, Magnificent Frigatebird (Fregata magnificens) and a Brown

Central America, Belize, Magnificent Frigatebird (Fregata magnificens) and a Brown Booby on a mangrove caye

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Magnificent frigatebirds (Fregata magnificens) pair in courtship display

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

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Magnificent frigatebirds (Fregata magnificens) in low flight ovehead. Espanola Island

Magnificent frigatebirds (Fregata magnificens) in low flight ovehead. Espanola Island, Galapagos, Ecuador, December

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Male Magnificent Frigatebird (Fregata magnificens) with inflated gular sac, North Seymour Island

Male Magnificent Frigatebird (Fregata magnificens) with inflated gular sac, North Seymour Island, Galapagos National Park, Ecuador, South America

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Magnificent Frigatebird, Fregata magnificens

Magnificent Frigatebird, Fregata magnificens

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Illustration of male and female Magnificent frigatebirds (Fregata magnificens) sitting side by side

Illustration of male and female Magnificent frigatebirds (Fregata magnificens) sitting side by side

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Ecuador, Galapagos. A male and female frigate bird soar overhead

Ecuador, Galapagos. A male and female frigate bird soar overhead

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Sunrise near Punta Colorado, San Jose Island, Baja California Sur, Mexico, North America

Sunrise near Punta Colorado, San Jose Island, Baja California Sur, Mexico, North America

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Adult female magnificent frigatebird (Fregata magnificens), San Gabriel Bay, Espiritu Santo Island

Adult female magnificent frigatebird (Fregata magnificens), San Gabriel Bay, Espiritu Santo Island, Baja California Sur, Mexico, North America

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Magnificent frigatebirds (Fregata magnificens), San Gabriel Bay, Espiritu Santo Island

Magnificent frigatebirds (Fregata magnificens), San Gabriel Bay, Espiritu Santo Island, Baja California Sur, Mexico, North America

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Adult male magnificent frigatebird (Fregata magnificens), San Gabriel Bay, Espiritu Santo Island

Adult male magnificent frigatebird (Fregata magnificens), San Gabriel Bay, Espiritu Santo Island, Baja California Sur, Mexico, North America

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Magnificent Frigatebird (Fregata magnificens), Halfmoon Caye, Lighthouse Reef Atoll

Magnificent Frigatebird (Fregata magnificens), Halfmoon Caye, Lighthouse Reef Atoll, Belize, Central America

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Coconut Palm (Cocos nucifera) & Magnificent Frigatebird (Fregata magnificens), Halfmoon Caye

Coconut Palm (Cocos nucifera) & Magnificent Frigatebird (Fregata magnificens), Halfmoon Caye, Lighthouse Reef Atoll, BELIZE, Central America

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Birds, Whale Watching, Magdalena Bay, Mexico, North America

Birds, Whale Watching, Magdalena Bay, Mexico, North America

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Mother and chick frigate bird resting on mangrove away from the dangers of the sky

Mother and chick frigate bird resting on mangrove away from the dangers of the sky, Frigate Bird Sanctuary, Barbuda, Antigua and Barbuda, Leeward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: A group of male frigate birds with red throat pouches oversees females with chicks

A group of male frigate birds with red throat pouches oversees females with chicks to prevent attack by predators, Barbuda, Antigua and Barbuda, Leeward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: The male frigate with red throat pouch, which it inflates as part of its courtship behaviour

The male frigate with red throat pouch, which it inflates as part of its courtship behaviour, Barbuda, Antigua and Barbuda, Leeward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Mother frigate bird tenaciously protects her chick, Barbuda, Antigua and Barbuda

Mother frigate bird tenaciously protects her chick, Barbuda, Antigua and Barbuda, Leeward Islands, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: A small pod of four or five killer whales (Orcinus orca) feeding amongst frigatebirds between

A small pod of four or five killer whales (Orcinus orca) feeding amongst frigatebirds between Fernandina and Isabela Islands, Galapagos Islands, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ecuador, South America

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Fregata magnificens, magnificent frigatebird

Fregata magnificens, magnificent frigatebird
Plate 271 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1834-35), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Adult male great frigatebirds (Fregata minor), Genovesa Island, Galapagos Islands

Adult male great frigatebirds (Fregata minor), Genovesa Island, Galapagos Islands, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ecuador, South America

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Magnificent frigatebird (Fregata magnificens), Punta Pitt, San Cristobal Island

Magnificent frigatebird (Fregata magnificens), Punta Pitt, San Cristobal Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Juvenile magnificent frigatebird (Fregata magnificens) attacking an Elliots storm petrel

Juvenile magnificent frigatebird (Fregata magnificens) attacking an Elliots storm petrel (Oceanites gracilis galapagoensis), Punta Pitt, San Cristobal Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Ecuador, Galapagos Islands, Magnificent Frigatebird (Fregata magnificens) flying

Ecuador, Galapagos Islands, Magnificent Frigatebird (Fregata magnificens) flying
North America, US, AK, Deep Creek SRA, Redoubt Volcano. Sunset. Across Cook Inlet. Mt. Redoubt bathes in the summer sun

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Magnificent frigate bird (Fregata magnificens), Isla Marietas National Park

Magnificent frigate bird (Fregata magnificens), Isla Marietas National Park, UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico, North America

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Magnificent Frigatebird. Female. San Blas Mexico in March

Magnificent Frigatebird. Female. San Blas Mexico in March
JZ-3623 Magnificent Frigatebird. Female San Blas Mexico in March. Fregata magnificens Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Magnificent Frigatebird. Male. San Blas Mexico in March

Magnificent Frigatebird. Male. San Blas Mexico in March
JZ-3624 Magnificent Frigatebird - Male San Blas Mexico in March Fregata magnificens Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Magnificent Frigatebirds. San Blas Mexico in March

Magnificent Frigatebirds. San Blas Mexico in March
JZ-3626 Magnificent Frigatebirds San Blas Mexico in March Fregata magnificens Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Flying frigatebirds circling over sea and sail boat. (Fregata magnificens)

Flying frigatebirds circling over sea and sail boat. (Fregata magnificens). Off Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos
David Day / SplashdownDirect

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Juvenile magnificent frigatebird. (Fregata magnificens). North Seymour Island, Galapagos, Ecuador

Juvenile magnificent frigatebird. (Fregata magnificens). North Seymour Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
David Day / SplashdownDirect

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Head of juvenile magnificent frigatebird. (Fregata magnificens)

Head of juvenile magnificent frigatebird. (Fregata magnificens). North Seymour Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
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Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Magnificent frigatebirds (Fregata magnificens). Galapagos. (rr)

Magnificent frigatebirds (Fregata magnificens). Galapagos. (rr)
Mark Harding / SplashdownDirect

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Magnificent frigate bird, Fregata magnificens, flying, Fernando de Noronha, Pernambuco, Brazil

Magnificent frigate bird, Fregata magnificens, flying, Fernando de Noronha, Pernambuco, Brazil
Andre Seale / SplashdownDirect

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Adult male magnificent frigatebirds (Fregata magnificens) on the wing near breeding colony on Isla

Adult male magnificent frigatebirds (Fregata magnificens) on the wing near breeding colony on Isla Magdalena
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Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Juvenile magnificent frigatebird. (Fregata magnificens). North Seymour Island, Galapagos, Ecuador

Juvenile magnificent frigatebird. (Fregata magnificens). North Seymour Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
David Day / SplashdownDirect

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Frigatebird swooping over beach to eat turtle hatchlings. (Fregata magnificens)

Frigatebird swooping over beach to eat turtle hatchlings. (Fregata magnificens). Bartolom Island, Galapagos
David Day / SplashdownDirect

Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Displaying male magnificent frigatebird. (Fregata magnificens)

Displaying male magnificent frigatebird. (Fregata magnificens). North Seymour Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
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Background imageFregata Magnificens Collection: Magnificent frigatebirds (Fregata magnificens). Galapagos

Magnificent frigatebirds (Fregata magnificens). Galapagos
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The Magnificent Frigatebird (Fregata magnificens) is a captivating creature found in various locations, showcasing its remarkable behaviors and stunning appearance. On North Seymour Island in the Galapagos National Park, a pair of these frigatebirds engage in an enchanting courtship display. The male proudly displays his inflated gular sac, resembling a vibrant balloon as he seeks to impress his potential mate. In Borrero Bay, these magnificent birds demonstrate their exceptional hunting skills by diving for fish prey with incredible precision and agility. Their aerial acrobatics are truly awe-inspiring to witness. However, not all interactions among these avian marvels are peaceful. A scene unfolds where a fearless Magnificent Frigatebird launches an attack on a Blue-footed Booby, perhaps vying for territory or resources. Over the sea between Isabela Island, another breathtaking sight awaits as these majestic creatures soar gracefully through the air. Their wingspan seems boundless against the backdrop of endless ocean waves. Venturing further into Central America's Belize region reveals yet another encounter between a Magnificent Frigatebird and a Brown bird species amidst lush surroundings. This juxtaposition highlights the diversity of wildlife coexisting harmoniously within this rich ecosystem. Espanola Island provides us with an extraordinary spectacle as we observe low-flying Magnificent Frigatebirds gliding effortlessly overhead. Their mastery of flight is truly unmatched. Back on North Seymour Island, we find ourselves captivated once again by the male frigatebird's inflated gular sac – an unmistakable sign of dominance and allure within their species' intricate social dynamics. As they take flight near Cardon cacti forests, their elegance is accentuated against this unique desert landscape – nature's contrasting beauty at its finest. Yet it is not just fish that entice them; even hatchling sea turtles become targets for opportunistic feeding during their perilous journey towards the open ocean.