Atlantic White Tern
Gygis alba
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Least Concern
翼展
50.4 cm
体重
138.0 g
科
Laridae
目
Charadriiformes
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关于
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| 翼展 | 50.4 cm | 19.8 in |
| 体重 | 138.0 g | 4.87 oz |
Habitat & Range
保护状况
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
行为与繁殖
筑巢
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 21-41 days. Fledging: 31-75 days.
产卵数
1
分类学
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| 目 | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| 科 | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Gygis |
| 物种 | Gygis alba |
Distribution
Atlantic White Tern has been recorded in 3 countries.
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出现
Not recorded
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External Databases
常见问题
Is the Atlantic White Tern endangered?
The Atlantic White Tern has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Atlantic White Tern nest?
Nest type: NO. Incubation: 21-41 days. Fledging: 31-75 days.
How big is the Atlantic White Tern?
The Atlantic White Tern has a wingspan of 50.4 cm, weight of 138.0 g.
What order and family does the Atlantic White Tern belong to?
The Atlantic White Tern (Gygis alba) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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