Grey Noddy vs Aleutian Tern
Anous albivittus compared with Onychoprion aleuticus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Grey Noddy | Aleutian Tern |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anous albivittus | Onychoprion aleuticus |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Laridae | Laridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 40.4 cm (15.9 in) | 52.4 cm (20.6 in) |
| Weight | 67.0 g (2.36 oz) | 104.88 g (3.70 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1 | 1-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Grey Noddy
Vulnerable
Aleutian Tern
About These Birds
Grey Noddy
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.
Aleutian Tern
Aleutian Tern, 32–34 cm, breeds colonially in Alaska and Russian Far East, wintering in Southeast Asian waters — one of the most poorly tracked migrations among seabirds. Dark grey above, white below, black cap with white forehead. Piscivore; dives for small fish. Near Threatened.