Aleutian Tern

Aleutian Tern

Onychoprion aleuticus

Vulnerable
날개 폭
52.4 cm
체중
104.88 g
Laridae
Charadriiformes

소개

Aleutian Tern, 32–34 cm, breeds colonially in Alaska and Russian Far East, wintering in Southeast Asian waters — one of the most poorly tracked migrations among seabirds. Dark grey above, white below, black cap with white forehead. Piscivore; dives for small fish. Near Threatened.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
날개 폭 52.4 cm 20.6 in
체중 104.88 g 3.70 oz

Habitat & Range

보전 상태

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

행동 및 번식

둥지

Nest type: NO,SC. Incubation: 22-27 days. Fledging: 26-28 days.

산란 수

1-4

분류학

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls)
Laridae (Gulls & Terns)
Genus Onychoprion
Onychoprion aleuticus

Distribution

Aleutian Tern has been recorded in 2 countries.

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출현 Not recorded
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External Databases

자주 묻는 질문

Is the Aleutian Tern endangered?
The Aleutian Tern has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Aleutian Tern nest?
Nest type: NO,SC. Incubation: 22-27 days. Fledging: 26-28 days.
How big is the Aleutian Tern?
The Aleutian Tern has a wingspan of 52.4 cm, weight of 104.88 g.
What order and family does the Aleutian Tern belong to?
The Aleutian Tern (Onychoprion aleuticus) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.

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