About the Black-fronted Tern
The Black-fronted Tern (Chlidonias albostriatus) 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 blfter1 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 | Chlidonias albostriatus |
| Species Codes | blfter1, BFTE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-fronted Tern belong to?
The Black-fronted Tern (Chlidonias albostriatus) belongs to the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Black-fronted Tern?
The Black-fronted 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 Black-fronted Tern sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-fronted Tern on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blfter1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers 105 species
More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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