Common tern

Sterna hirundo

Family: Sternidae Order: Charadriiformes Conservation: Least Concern
Common tern

About the Common tern

species of bird

Fun Facts About Common tern

  • The Common tern (Sterna hirundo) is a bird species found in North America.
  • This species can be observed across various North American habitats.

Conservation Status

The Common tern is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.

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Taxonomy & Classification

OrderCharadriiformes
FamilySternidae
GenusSterna
SpeciesSterna hirundo

Range & Habitat

Range map of Common tern

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Related Species

Other species in the Sternidae family: