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White-cheeked Tern
Sterna repressa
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Least Concern
Wingspan
48.3 cm
Weight
118.75 g
Family
Laridae
Order
Charadriiformes
About
White-cheeked Tern, 32–34 cm, breeds around the Red Sea, Persian Gulf, and Indian Ocean coasts from East Africa to Pakistan. Grey above and below in breeding plumage, white cheek patch below the black cap. Piscivore; plunge-dives in coastal waters. Some movement to winter quarters in East African coasts.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 48.3 cm | 19.0 in |
| Weight | 118.75 g | 4.19 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC.
Clutch Size
1-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Sterna |
| Species | Sterna repressa |
Distribution
White-cheeked Tern has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the White-cheeked Tern endangered?
The White-cheeked Tern has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the White-cheeked Tern nest?
Nest type: SC.
How big is the White-cheeked Tern?
The White-cheeked Tern has a wingspan of 48.3 cm, weight of 118.75 g.
What order and family does the White-cheeked Tern belong to?
The White-cheeked Tern (Sterna repressa) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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