Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Charadriiformes · Laridae

About

The Caspian tern is the world's largest species of tern, with a subcosmopolitan but scattered distribution. Despite its extensive range, it is monotypic of its genus, and has no accepted subspecies. The genus name is from Ancient Greek hudro-, "water-", and Latin progne, "swallow". The specific caspia is from Latin and, like the English name, refers to the Caspian Sea.

Fun Fact

The Caspian tern (Hydroprogne caspia) is the world's largest species of tern, with a subcosmopolitan but scattered distribution.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feed mainly on fish, which they dive for, hovering high over the water and then plunging.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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