Australian Gull-billed Tern vs Atlantic White Tern
Gelochelidon macrotarsa comparé à Gygis alba
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | Australian Gull-billed Tern | Atlantic White Tern |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Gelochelidon macrotarsa | Gygis alba |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Famille | Laridae | Laridae |
| Statut de conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Longueur | — | — |
| Envergure | 61,1 cm (24.1 in) | 50,4 cm (19.8 in) |
| Poids | 246,66666666666666 g (8.70 oz) | 138,0 g (4.87 oz) |
| Régime alimentaire | -- | -- |
| Taille de la couvée | 2-3 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Habitats partagés
Australian Gull-billed Tern only
Atlantic White Tern only
Aucun(e)
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
Australian Gull-billed Tern
Least Concern
Atlantic White Tern
About These Birds
Australian Gull-billed Tern
Australian Gull-billed Tern, 38–42 cm, is a large, heavy-billed tern endemic to Australia, breeding in arid inland wetlands. Pale grey above, white below, with a robust black bill. Takes insects, small reptiles, and crabs rather than diving for fish. Nomadic in response to inland rainfall.
Atlantic White Tern
Atlantic White Tern: 28–33 cm, wingspan 76–87 cm, ethereally white seabird with blue-grey bill, blue orbital ring, and large dark eyes. Breeds on tropical Atlantic islands including Ascension and Saint Helena; related species widespread across the Indo-Pacific. Nests on bare branches with no nest material. Feeds on small fish near the surface.