Inca Tern

Inca Tern

Larosterna inca

Near Threatened

Aves · Charadriiformes · Laridae

About

The Inca tern is a near-threatened species of tern in the subfamily Sterninae of the family Laridae. It is found along the Pacific coasts of Chile, Ecuador and Perú, and has appeared as a vagrant in Central America and Hawaii.

Fun Fact

It is found along the Pacific coasts of Chile, Ecuador and Perú, and has appeared as a vagrant in Central America and Hawaii.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Consumes planktonic crustaceans and offal or carrion in its diet.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Hunting and Collection
  • Climate Change