Least Tern

Least Tern

Sternula antillarum

Least Concern

Aves · Charadriiformes · Laridae

About

The least tern is a species of tern that breeds in North America and locally in northern South America. It is closely related to, and was formerly often considered conspecific with, the little tern of the Old World. Other close relatives include the yellow-billed tern and Peruvian tern, both from South America.

Fun Fact

It has occurred as a vagrant to Europe, with one record in Great Britain and one in Ireland.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Eat kelpfish (most likely giant kelpfish, Heterostichus rostratus).

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance