Discover the fascinating Great Frigatebird on Eastern Island (00005357)
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Description: The Great Frigatebird, also known as Fregata minor palmerstoni, is a fascinating seabird that inhabits Eastern Island. With a wingspan of about two meters and a weight of under two kilograms, these birds are true masters of flight. They mainly feed on flying fish, but also hunt squid and other marine creatures. The breeding pairs of Great Frigatebirds on Eastern Island are particularly vulnerable, as they are also known as pirates of the sky, attacking other seabirds to steal their prey.
Location: Hawaiian Islands, Midway, USA
Date of Capture: 19.07.2001