About the Black-fronted Tern
The black-fronted tern, sea martin, ploughboy, or tarapiroe (Māori), is a medium-small tern endemic to New Zealand. Black-fronted terns can be found in coastal habitats from the southern tip of the North Island to the eastern South Island as well as Stewart Island. Their breeding range is restricted to the South Island, where they will form breeding colonies on braided river islands.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers (Laridae) |
| Species | Chlidonias albostriatus |
| Species Codes | blfter1, BFTE |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
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.
What is the conservation status of the Black-fronted Tern?
The Black-fronted Tern is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Black-fronted Tern?
The black-fronted tern, sea martin, ploughboy, or tarapiroe (Māori), is a medium-small tern endemic to New Zealand. Black-fronted terns can be found in coastal habitats from the southern tip of the North Island to the eastern South Island as well as Stewart Island. Their breeding range is restricted...
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.
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