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Grey Noddy
Anous albivittus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
40.4 cm
Weight
67.0 g
Family
Laridae
Order
Charadriiformes
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About
Grey Noddy is a small tern-like seabird, 28–32 cm, found across the central and western Pacific on tropical oceanic islands. Pale grey overall with a white crown; nests colonially on ledges. Piscivore, plunge-dives for small fish near reef flats. Pelagic when not breeding.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 40.4 cm | 15.9 in |
| Weight | 67.0 g | 2.36 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CR,NO. Fledging: 32-45 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Anous |
| Species | Anous albivittus |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Grey Noddy endangered?
The Grey Noddy has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Grey Noddy nest?
Nest type: CR,NO. Fledging: 32-45 days.
How big is the Grey Noddy?
The Grey Noddy has a wingspan of 40.4 cm, weight of 67.0 g.
What order and family does the Grey Noddy belong to?
The Grey Noddy (Anous albivittus) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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