About the Australian Fairy Tern
The Australian Fairy Tern (Sternula nereis) is a species of bird in the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 105 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code faiter2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers (Laridae) |
| Species | Sternula nereis |
| Species Codes | faiter2, AFTE, FATE |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Australian Fairy Tern belong to?
The Australian Fairy Tern (Sternula nereis) belongs to the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), in the order Charadriiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Australian Fairy Tern?
The Australian Fairy Tern is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Australian Fairy Tern?
The Australian Fairy Tern is a member of the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Australian Fairy Tern sighting?
You can log sightings of Australian Fairy Tern on eBird (ebird.org) using species code faiter2, or on iNaturalist.
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