Sandwich Tern
Thalasseus sandvicensis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="thalasseus-sandvicensis"></birdfyi-bird>The Sandwich Tern (Thalasseus sandvicensis) is a bird species in the family Laridae (gulls & terns), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 57.7 cm and a weight of 223.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Sandwich Tern, 36–41 cm, is a widespread coastal tern breeding from Western Europe and the Caspian Sea to the Caribbean. Black cap with shaggy crest, slender black bill with a yellow tip. Plunge-dives forcefully for sand eels and sprats. Strongly migratory; European birds winter to West Africa.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 57.7 cm | 22.7 in |
| Weight | 223.5 g | 7.88 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 21-29 days. Fledging: 27-29 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Thalasseus |
| Species | Thalasseus sandvicensis |
Distribution
Sandwich Tern has been recorded in 7 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Laridae family