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Damara Tern
Sternula balaenarum
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Least Concern
Размах крыльев
33,9 cm
Масса
50,675 g
Семейство
Laridae
Отряд
Charadriiformes
О нас
Damara Tern, 22–24 cm, is a Vulnerable tern endemic to the Namibian and South African coast. White below, grey above, with a black cap and yellow bill. Breeds sparsely on Namibian beaches; winters north to Gulf of Guinea. Highly sensitive to coastal development and off-road vehicles.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Размах крыльев | 33,9 cm | 13.3 in |
| Масса | 50,675 g | 1.79 oz |
Habitat & Range
Охранный статус
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Поведение и размножение
Гнездование
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 18-22 days. Fledging: 20 days.
Размер кладки
1-2
Таксономия
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Отряд | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Семейство | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Sternula |
| Виды | Sternula balaenarum |
Distribution
Damara Tern has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Присутствует
Not recorded
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External Databases
Часто задаваемые вопросы
Is the Damara Tern endangered?
The Damara Tern has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Damara Tern nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 18-22 days. Fledging: 20 days.
How big is the Damara Tern?
The Damara Tern has a wingspan of 33.9 cm, weight of 50.675 g.
What order and family does the Damara Tern belong to?
The Damara Tern (Sternula balaenarum) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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