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Sandwich Tern

Thalasseus sandvicensis

Photo by AshleyT
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Field Notes

Description:

Both of these birds have not reached breeding age yet, and therefore do not have the full black cap on the head. They are one of the more easily identified terns by having a black bill with a yellow tip.

Habitat:

Beach.

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Sandwich Tern

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