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Black-naped Tern
Sterna sumatrana
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Least Concern
Envergure
43,1 cm
Poids
103,75 g
Famille
Laridae
Ordre
Charadriiformes
À propos
Black-naped Tern, 30–32 cm, breeds on tropical Indo-Pacific coral islands from the Maldives to Polynesia. White overall with a narrow black nape band connecting the black lores — a delicate, elegant pattern. Piscivore; surface-dips and shallow dives in clear tropical waters over reefs.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 43,1 cm | 17.0 in |
| Poids | 103,75 g | 3.66 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 21-23 days.
Taille de la couvée
1-3
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Sterna |
| Espèces | Sterna sumatrana |
Distribution
Black-naped Tern has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
countries highlighted
External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Black-naped Tern endangered?
The Black-naped Tern has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-naped Tern nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 21-23 days.
How big is the Black-naped Tern?
The Black-naped Tern has a wingspan of 43.1 cm, weight of 103.75 g.
What order and family does the Black-naped Tern belong to?
The Black-naped Tern (Sterna sumatrana) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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