Antarctic Tern
Sterna vittata
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Antarctic Tern, 31–38 cm, breeds on sub-Antarctic islands and Antarctic Peninsula, dispersing across the Southern Ocean in austral winter. Grey above, white below, with red bill and feet. Unlike Arctic Tern, does not undertake pole-to-pole migration; remains in high southern latitudes year-round.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 52.0 cm | 20.5 in |
| Weight | 151.0 g | 5.33 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 23-25 days. Fledging: 27-32 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Sterna |
| Species | Sterna vittata |
Distribution
Antarctic Tern has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Laridae family