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Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

Least Concern
翼展
82.1 cm
体重
656.0 g
Laridae
Charadriiformes

The Caspian Tern (Hydroprogne caspia) is a bird species in the family Laridae (gulls & terns), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 82.1 cm and a weight of 656 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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Caspian Tern is the world's largest tern, 48–56 cm, wingspan 127–140 cm, with a massive blood-red bill. Found on all continents except Antarctica. Plunge-dives powerfully for large fish in coastal and freshwater habitats. Migratory; northern populations winter in the tropics. Loud, rasping call.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
翼展 82.1 cm 32.3 in
体重 656.0 g 23.14 oz

Habitat & Range

保护状况

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

行为与繁殖

筑巢

Nest type: SC. Incubation: 26-28 days. Fledging: 35-45 days.

产卵数

2-4

分类学

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls)
Laridae (Gulls & Terns)
Genus Hydroprogne
物种 Hydroprogne caspia

Distribution

Caspian Tern has been recorded in 9 countries.

出现 Not recorded

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常见问题

Is the Caspian Tern endangered?
The Caspian Tern has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Caspian Tern nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 26-28 days. Fledging: 35-45 days.
How big is the Caspian Tern?
The Caspian Tern has a wingspan of 82.1 cm, weight of 656.0 g.
What order and family does the Caspian Tern belong to?
The Caspian Tern (Hydroprogne caspia) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.

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