Lesser Noddy
Anous tenuirostris
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<birdfyi-bird slug="anous-tenuirostris"></birdfyi-bird>The Lesser Noddy (Anous tenuirostris) is a bird species in the family Laridae (gulls & terns), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 42.4 cm and a weight of 106.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
Lesser Noddy: 30–34 cm, smaller and darker than Brown Noddy with a whiter cap sharply demarcated from the dark body and a slender bill. Breeds colonially in mangroves and low bushes on islands of the tropical Indian Ocean and western Pacific. Feeds on small fish and invertebrates by dipping to sea surface. Wingspan 58–63 cm. Partly migratory.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 42,4 cm | 16.7 in |
| Poids | 106,35 g | 3.75 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 34 days. Fledging: 40 days.
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Anous |
| Espèces | Anous tenuirostris |
Distribution
Lesser Noddy has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Laridae family