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Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia

Photo by AshleyT
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Field Notes

Description:

They have a light gray back and a white belly. The head has a black cap on it, and the thick bill is a reddish-orange with a black tip.

Habitat:

Found on all continents except Antarctica, they are seen near water. These guys were just sitting on the beach on a very windy day.

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Caspian Tern

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