Least Tern (Sterna antillarum)
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Description: Fact sheet includes details of this bird's physical characteristics, life history, distribution, and conservation status.
Least Tern Fact Sheet - NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation (interior U. S. only, not on coast) The least tern is the smallest American tern, weighing about 1 ounce (28 gm) and measuring about 9 inches (23 cm) in length. It is identified in spring and summer by a white forehead contrasting with a black crown and nape. Its body is slate grey above and white below, with the pointed wings and forked tail characteristic of most terns. The bill and feet are yellow. Wingbeats are uniquely rapid and the black leading edge of the outer wing is conspicuous in flight. Immature least terns have upper parts which are mottled white and dark brown. The call is either a sharp, penetrating "kip-kip-kip" or a shrill "zreep."
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| Page title: | Least Tern Fact Sheet - NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation |
| Keywords: | endangered, species, threatened, special, concern, amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals, insects, fish, mollusks, wildlife, biodiversity, conservation, New, York, least, tern |
| Description: | Least Terns in New York State: Species description; Life History; Distribution and Habitat; Status; Management and Research Needs |
| IP-address: | 134.179.112.44 |
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