Roseate Tern
Sterna dougallii
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<birdfyi-bird slug="sterna-dougallii"></birdfyi-bird>The Roseate Tern (Sterna dougallii) is a bird species in the family Laridae (gulls & terns), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 44.8 cm and a weight of 114.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Roseate Tern, 33–36 cm, is a globally distributed but declining species, breeding on both sides of the Atlantic, Indian Ocean, and Pacific. Nearly white with a rosy flush to breast in spring, very long tail streamers, and mostly black bill. Plunge-dives for small fish. Endangered in parts of range.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 44.8 cm | 17.6 in |
| Weight | 114.33333333333333 g | 4.03 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 22-26 days. Fledging: 23-30 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Sterna |
| Species | Sterna dougallii |
Distribution
Roseate Tern has been recorded in 6 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Laridae family