Damara Tern
Sternula balaenarum
Least ConcernAves · Charadriiformes · Laridae
About
The Damara tern is a species of small tern in the family Laridae which breeds in the southern summer in southern Africa and migrates to tropical African coasts to winter.
Fun Fact
Damara tern is a small, rather pale tern.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Eats mainly small fish, with the occasional squid, which are caught in repeated plunge dives from a height of 3–8 m (10–26 ft).
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance