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Snowy-crowned Tern
Sterna trudeaui
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Least Concern
Envergure
51,2 cm
Poids
149,75 g
Famille
Laridae
Ordre
Charadriiformes
À propos
Snowy-crowned Tern, 33–35 cm, breeds along the Atlantic coasts of Argentina and Uruguay, wintering north to southern Brazil. White crown with black post-ocular mark (unlike a full black cap), yellow-tipped red bill. Coastal and estuarine piscivore; plunge-dives for small fish.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 51,2 cm | 20.2 in |
| Poids | 149,75 g | 5.28 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: PL.
Taille de la couvée
2-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Sterna |
| Espèces | Sterna trudeaui |
Distribution
Snowy-crowned 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 Snowy-crowned Tern endangered?
The Snowy-crowned Tern has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Snowy-crowned Tern nest?
Nest type: PL.
How big is the Snowy-crowned Tern?
The Snowy-crowned Tern has a wingspan of 51.2 cm, weight of 149.75 g.
What order and family does the Snowy-crowned Tern belong to?
The Snowy-crowned Tern (Sterna trudeaui) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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