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Sula dactylatra (Masked Booby) is a species of birds in the family Sulidae. They are native to Asia, Oceania continent (Australia, NZ and islands), Ethiopia, and The Neotropics. They are diurnal carnivores. They have parental care (female provides care, paternal care, and pair provides care). They rely on gliding and flight to move around.

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  • URI: http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/NBO_0000369
  • Definition: Behavior related to the expansion lateral surface of the body with the intention of increasing the wind resistance against the body and hence reducing the speed of falling.
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Known occurrences, collected specimens and observations of Masked Booby. View this species on GBIF