Ascension frigatebird

Description

The Ascension frigatebird is a dark coloured seabird with long slender pointed wings,a long deeply forked tail and a long hooked bill.It measures 89–96 cm (35–38 in) in length,has a wingspan of 196–201 cm (77–79 in) and weighs around 1,250 g (2.76 lb).Male birds are entirely black except for the nape,mantle and scapulars that are covered with elongated lanceolate feathers that have a green metallic sheen.The birds have a striking red gular sack that they inflate to attract a mate.