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White-fronted Tern

Sterna striata

Near Threatened
날개 폭
54.8 cm
체중
131.5 g
Laridae
Charadriiformes

The White-fronted Tern (Sterna striata) is a bird species in the family Laridae (gulls & terns), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 54.8 cm and a weight of 131.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.

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소개

White-fronted Tern, 35–43 cm, is New Zealand's most common tern, breeding on coastal and riverine sites throughout the islands. White forehead contrasts with black cap; orange-red bill. Piscivore; hovers and plunge-dives in coastal waters and off river mouths. Winters on Australian coasts.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
날개 폭 54.8 cm 21.6 in
체중 131.5 g 4.64 oz

Habitat & Range

보전 상태

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

행동 및 번식

둥지

Nest type: SC. Fledging: 29-35 days.

산란 수

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분류학

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls)
Laridae (Gulls & Terns)
Genus Sterna
Sterna striata

Distribution

White-fronted Tern has been recorded in 1 countries.

출현 Not recorded

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External Databases

자주 묻는 질문

Is the White-fronted Tern endangered?
The White-fronted Tern has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the White-fronted Tern nest?
Nest type: SC. Fledging: 29-35 days.
How big is the White-fronted Tern?
The White-fronted Tern has a wingspan of 54.8 cm, weight of 131.5 g.
What order and family does the White-fronted Tern belong to?
The White-fronted Tern (Sterna striata) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.

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