Black Tern
Chlidonias niger
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Charadriiformes · Laridae
About
The black tern is a small tern generally found in or near inland water that breeds in Europe, Western Asia and North America. In winter the birds migrate to coastal areas of Africa and South America.
Fun Fact
Its call has been described as a high-pitched "kik"; the sound of a large flock has been called "deafening".
Quick Facts
Habitat
Habitat is freshwater marshes across most of Canada, the northern United States and much of Europe and western Asia.
Diet
Eat insects and fish as well as amphibians.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance
External Data Sources
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