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Black-bellied Tern
Sterna acuticauda
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Endangered
Envergure
44,8 cm
Poids
159,5 g
Famille
Laridae
Ordre
Charadriiformes
À propos
Black-bellied Tern, 32–34 cm, is an Endangered freshwater tern of the Indian subcontinent, breeding on large river sandbars from Pakistan to Myanmar. Black belly contrasts with grey upperparts in breeding plumage; orange bill. Plunge-dives for small fish. Severely threatened by river modification.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 44,8 cm | 17.6 in |
| Poids | 159,5 g | 5.63 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: SC.
Taille de la couvée
2-3
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Sterna |
| Espèces | Sterna acuticauda |
Distribution
Black-bellied Tern has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Black-bellied Tern endangered?
The Black-bellied Tern has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Black-bellied Tern nest?
Nest type: SC.
How big is the Black-bellied Tern?
The Black-bellied Tern has a wingspan of 44.8 cm, weight of 159.5 g.
What order and family does the Black-bellied Tern belong to?
The Black-bellied Tern (Sterna acuticauda) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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