Australian Gull-billed Tern
Gelochelidon macrotarsa
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Least Concern
طول الجناح
61,1 cm
الوزن
246,66666666666666 g
الفصيلة
Laridae
الرتبة
Charadriiformes
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حول
Australian Gull-billed Tern, 38–42 cm, is a large, heavy-billed tern endemic to Australia, breeding in arid inland wetlands. Pale grey above, white below, with a robust black bill. Takes insects, small reptiles, and crabs rather than diving for fish. Nomadic in response to inland rainfall.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| طول الجناح | 61,1 cm | 24.1 in |
| الوزن | 246,66666666666666 g | 8.70 oz |
Habitat & Range
حالة الحفاظ
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
السلوك والتكاثر
التعشيش
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 16 days.
عدد البيض في الوضع
2-3
التصنيف
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| الرتبة | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| الفصيلة | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Gelochelidon |
| الأنواع | Gelochelidon macrotarsa |
External Databases
الأسئلة الشائعة
Is the Australian Gull-billed Tern endangered?
The Australian Gull-billed Tern has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Australian Gull-billed Tern nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 16 days.
How big is the Australian Gull-billed Tern?
The Australian Gull-billed Tern has a wingspan of 61.1 cm, weight of 246.66666666666666 g.
What order and family does the Australian Gull-billed Tern belong to?
The Australian Gull-billed Tern (Gelochelidon macrotarsa) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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