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Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

Least Concern
Rentang Sayap
82,1 cm
Berat
656,0 g
Famili
Laridae
Ordo
Charadriiformes

The Caspian Tern (Hydroprogne caspia) is a bird species in the family Laridae (gulls & terns), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 82.1 cm and a weight of 656 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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Tentang

Caspian Tern is the world's largest tern, 48–56 cm, wingspan 127–140 cm, with a massive blood-red bill. Found on all continents except Antarctica. Plunge-dives powerfully for large fish in coastal and freshwater habitats. Migratory; northern populations winter in the tropics. Loud, rasping call.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Rentang Sayap 82,1 cm 32.3 in
Berat 656,0 g 23.14 oz

Habitat & Range

Status Konservasi

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Perilaku & Berkembang Biak

Bersarang

Nest type: SC. Incubation: 26-28 days. Fledging: 35-45 days.

Ukuran Sarang

2-4

Taksonomi

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordo Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls)
Famili Laridae (Gulls & Terns)
Genus Hydroprogne
Spesies Hydroprogne caspia

Distribution

Caspian Tern has been recorded in 9 countries.

Hadir Not recorded

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Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan

Is the Caspian Tern endangered?
The Caspian Tern has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Caspian Tern nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 26-28 days. Fledging: 35-45 days.
How big is the Caspian Tern?
The Caspian Tern has a wingspan of 82.1 cm, weight of 656.0 g.
What order and family does the Caspian Tern belong to?
The Caspian Tern (Hydroprogne caspia) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.

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