About the Aleutian Tern
The Aleutian tern is a migratory bird living in the subarctic region of the globe most of the year. It is frequently associated with the Arctic tern, which it closely resembles. While both species have a black cap, the Aleutian tern may be distinguished by its white forehead. During breeding season, the Arctic terns have bright red bills, feet, and legs while those of the Aleutian terns are black.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers (Laridae) |
| Species | Onychoprion aleuticus |
| Species Codes | aleter1, ALTE |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Aleutian Tern belong to?
The Aleutian Tern (Onychoprion aleuticus) belongs to the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), in the order Charadriiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Aleutian Tern?
The Aleutian Tern is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Aleutian Tern?
The Aleutian tern is a migratory bird living in the subarctic region of the globe most of the year. It is frequently associated with the Arctic tern, which it closely resembles. While both species have a black cap, the Aleutian tern may be distinguished by its white forehead. During breeding season,...
Where can I report a Aleutian Tern sighting?
You can log sightings of Aleutian Tern on eBird (ebird.org) using species code aleter1, or on iNaturalist.
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