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Crested tern

Thalasseus bergii

Photo by MartinL
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Field Notes

Description:

A common seabird with black shaggy mop on its head. Orange bill and dark legs. Its good to get a closeup - I now see it has a banded leg.

Habitat:

This group has occupied every perch on the jetty.

Reference Links:

Greater crested tern

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (3)
Mark Ridgway
Yes that's the arty shot. I noticed a band on one leg - someone is studying them.
MartinL
They usually look that way Mark. I like the next shot with the bathing boxes, might put it up front.
Mark Ridgway
Ah good shot Martin. It looks like it's survived a good blow recently... did you offer it your comb?

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PublishedJuly 13, 2014

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