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Peruvian Tern

Sternula lorata

Endangered
Rentang Sayap
34,7 cm
Berat
52,0 g
Famili
Laridae
Ordo
Charadriiformes

The Peruvian Tern (Sternula lorata) is a bird species in the family Laridae (gulls & terns), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 34.7 cm and a weight of 52 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Endangered.

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Tentang

Peruvian Tern, 23–25 cm, is an Endangered tern restricted to the Humboldt Current coastline of Peru and northern Chile. White forehead, yellow bill, grey above. Breeds on barren coastal deserts and fishmeal industry areas. Severely threatened by habitat disturbance and introduced predators.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Rentang Sayap 34,7 cm 13.7 in
Berat 52,0 g 1.83 oz

Habitat & Range

Status Konservasi

Endangered
IUCN Red List

Perilaku & Berkembang Biak

Bersarang

Nest type: SC. Incubation: 22-26 days. Fledging: 17-21 days.

Ukuran Sarang

1-2

Taksonomi

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

Distribution

Peruvian Tern has been recorded in 2 countries.

Hadir Not recorded

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Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan

Is the Peruvian Tern endangered?
The Peruvian Tern has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Peruvian Tern nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 22-26 days. Fledging: 17-21 days.
How big is the Peruvian Tern?
The Peruvian Tern has a wingspan of 34.7 cm, weight of 52.0 g.
What order and family does the Peruvian Tern belong to?
The Peruvian Tern (Sternula lorata) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.

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