Australian Tern

Gelochelidon macrotarsa

Least Concern

Aves · Charadriiformes · Laridae

About

The Australian tern or Australian gull-billed tern is a tern in the family Laridae, native to Australia. The genus name is from Ancient Greek gelao, "to laugh", and khelidon, "swallow".

Fun Fact

The genus name is from Ancient Greek gelao, "to laugh", and khelidon, "swallow".

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feeds on insects taken in flight, and also often hunts over wet fields and even in brushy areas, to take amphibians and small mammals.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance