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Fregata

Fregata

9.9
A group of large seabirds with long wings and a deeply forked tail
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The genus Fregata includes the magnificent frigatebird and several related species.

Examples

  • The genus Fregata includes the magnificent frigatebird and several related species.

  • The Fregata is known for its impressive wingspan.

  • Biologists classified the specimen under Fregata after analyzing its plumage and wingspan.

  • The unique features of Fregata make these seabirds fascinating subjects for ornithological study.

  • Did you see the Fregata soaring above the ocean?

  • The unique features of Fregata make these seabirds fascinating subjects for ornithological study.

  • Did you see the Fregata soaring above the ocean?

Synonyms

genus Fregata
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  • Specialized
9.9

A group of large seabirds with long wings and red throat pouches

focuses on physical traits such as long wings and a deeply forked tail

Compounds

genus Fregata
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of large seabirds with long wings and red throat pouches

Surface Forms

Fregata singular
Fregatas plural

Etymology

Fregata comes from the name for a fast ship, the frigate, because sailors thought the bird's long wings and forked tail looked like a ship's sails and often saw these birds near ships. So the genus Fregata keeps that ship image, which helps you remember these large seabirds with long wings and a deep forked tail.