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Codrington Lagoon National Park: World's Largest Frigate Bird Colony

Codrington Lagoon National Park: World s Largest Frigate Bird Colony

Codrington Lagoon National Park safeguards a vast estuary, home to one of the world's largest frigate bird colonies. Over 2,500 magnificent black-feathered birds roost among scrubby mangroves. Nesting sites buzz with squawks, while males' vivid red throat pouches inflate in mesmerizing displays. Access is via licensed sea taxis from Codrington jetty—arrange at least a day ahead through the tourist office.

Visit during mating season (September to April, peaking in December) for the best experience. Males perch in bushes, arching heads and puffing pouches in elaborate courtship. Impressed females descend to mate. Males then gather twigs for the nest; the female lays one egg, incubated alternately by both. Chicks hatch after seven weeks and fledge after six months.

Spot pelicans, terns, gulls, plus endemics like the tropical mockingbird, Christmas bird, and endangered West Indian whistling duck.

90-minute sea-taxi tours reach upper lagoon nests. Beach drop-off adds US$12. Pay park admission at the jetty office.


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