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FRIGATEBIRD
Frigatebird
Named after the pirate warship, these birds live up to their namesake, stealing catches away from other birds. However, aren't entirely pilfering seabirds; they occasionally use their highly developed aviation skills and hooked beaks to snag what they cannot steal. As in the photo, their most notable feature is the male's inflated red airsack and head shaking routine during mating season.
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