About the Great Crested Tern
The Great Crested Tern (Thalasseus bergii) 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 grcter1 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 | Thalasseus bergii |
| Species Codes | grcter1, GCTE, SWTE, SWIF, CRTE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Great Crested Tern belong to?
The Great Crested Tern (Thalasseus bergii) belongs to the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Great Crested Tern?
The Great Crested 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 Great Crested Tern sighting?
You can log sightings of Great Crested Tern on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grcter1, or on iNaturalist.
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