About the Bridled Tern
The Bridled Tern (Onychoprion anaethetus) 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 briter1 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 | Onychoprion anaethetus |
| Species Codes | briter1, BRTE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bridled Tern belong to?
The Bridled Tern (Onychoprion anaethetus) belongs to the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Bridled Tern?
The Bridled 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 Bridled Tern sighting?
You can log sightings of Bridled Tern on eBird (ebird.org) using species code briter1, or on iNaturalist.