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Fregatidae - Frigatebirds

There are five species of large birds in this family. Frigatebirds are found in tropical and subtropical oceans. They spend most of their time on the open ocean, coming inland only to breed. They nest on ocean islands or on coastal areas.

pelican

Classification

 Phylum: Chordata
 Class: Aves
 Order: Pelecaniformes
 Family: Fregatidae