African Skimmer vs Peruvian Tern
Rynchops flavirostris compared with Sternula lorata
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Skimmer | Peruvian Tern |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rynchops flavirostris | Sternula lorata |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Laridae | Laridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 66.4 cm (26.1 in) | 34.7 cm (13.7 in) |
| Weight | 165.66666666666666 g (5.84 oz) | 52.0 g (1.83 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-5 | 1-2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Skimmer
Endangered
Peruvian Tern
About These Birds
African Skimmer
African Skimmer: 36–42 cm, black-and-white skimmer with a long bright orange-yellow bill where the lower mandible is longer than the upper. Flies low over large rivers and lakes, cutting the water surface with the lower bill to catch fish. Resident and partial migrant along large rivers and lakes of sub-Saharan Africa. NT.
Peruvian Tern
Peruvian Tern, 23–25 cm, is an Endangered tern restricted to the Humboldt Current coastline of Peru and northern Chile. White forehead, yellow bill, grey above. Breeds on barren coastal deserts and fishmeal industry areas. Severely threatened by habitat disturbance and introduced predators.