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Inca Tern
Larosterna inca
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Near Threatened
翼展
55.4 cm
体重
199.5 g
科
Laridae
目
Charadriiformes
关于
Inca Tern, 39–42 cm, is unmistakable — dark slate grey with white facial plumes curling from the bill like a Victorian moustache. Restricted to the Humboldt Current from Peru to Chile. Piscivore; snatches anchovies and other prey at the surface. Near Threatened; population tied to anchovy availability.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| 翼展 | 55.4 cm | 21.8 in |
| 体重 | 199.5 g | 7.04 oz |
Habitat & Range
保护状况
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
行为与繁殖
筑巢
Nest type: BU,CR. Fledging: 28 days.
产卵数
1-2
分类学
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| 目 | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| 科 | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Larosterna |
| 物种 | Larosterna inca |
Distribution
Inca Tern has been recorded in 4 countries.
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出现
Not recorded
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External Databases
常见问题
Is the Inca Tern endangered?
The Inca Tern has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Inca Tern nest?
Nest type: BU,CR. Fledging: 28 days.
How big is the Inca Tern?
The Inca Tern has a wingspan of 55.4 cm, weight of 199.5 g.
What order and family does the Inca Tern belong to?
The Inca Tern (Larosterna inca) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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