Aleutian Tern
Onychoprion aleuticus
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Vulnerable
Envergure
52,4 cm
Poids
104,88 g
Famille
Laridae
Ordre
Charadriiformes
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À propos
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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 52,4 cm | 20.6 in |
| Poids | 104,88 g | 3.70 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: NO,SC. Incubation: 22-27 days. Fledging: 26-28 days.
Taille de la couvée
1-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Onychoprion |
| Espèces | Onychoprion aleuticus |
Distribution
Aleutian Tern has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Aleutian Tern endangered?
The Aleutian Tern has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Aleutian Tern nest?
Nest type: NO,SC. Incubation: 22-27 days. Fledging: 26-28 days.
How big is the Aleutian Tern?
The Aleutian Tern has a wingspan of 52.4 cm, weight of 104.88 g.
What order and family does the Aleutian Tern belong to?
The Aleutian Tern (Onychoprion aleuticus) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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