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Aleutian Tern (Onychoprion aleuticus)

About Aleutian Tern (Onychoprion aleuticus)

  • Kingdom: Animals
  • Phylum: Chordates
  • Class: Birds
  • Order: Shorebirds and Allies
  • Family: Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers

The Aleutian tern is a migratory bird living in the subarctic region of the globe most of the year. It is frequently associated with the Arctic tern, which it closely resembles. While both species have a black cap, the Aleutian tern may be distinguished by its white forehead. During breeding season, the Arctic terns have bright red bills, feet, and legs while those of the Aleutian terns are black.

Source: Wikipedia

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  • 2014-07-17

    Nome--Safety Sound, United States of America
    Tern with white forehead and black bill.