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Peruvian Tern
Sternula lorata
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Endangered
Envergadura
34,7 cm
Peso
52,0 g
Familia
Laridae
Orden
Charadriiformes
Acerca de
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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 34,7 cm | 13.7 in |
| Peso | 52,0 g | 1.83 oz |
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservación
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Comportamiento y reproducción
Nidificación
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 22-26 days. Fledging: 17-21 days.
Tamaño de la puesta
1-2
Taxonomía
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Orden | Charadriiformes (Limícolas y Gaviotas) |
| Familia | Laridae (Gaviotas y Charranes) |
| Genus | Sternula |
| Especies | Sternula lorata |
Distribution
Peruvian Tern has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Presente
Not recorded
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External Databases
Preguntas frecuentes
Is the Peruvian Tern endangered?
The Peruvian Tern has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Peruvian Tern nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 22-26 days. Fledging: 17-21 days.
How big is the Peruvian Tern?
The Peruvian Tern has a wingspan of 34.7 cm, weight of 52.0 g.
What order and family does the Peruvian Tern belong to?
The Peruvian Tern (Sternula lorata) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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