About the Sandwich Tern
The Sandwich Tern (Thalasseus sandvicensis) 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 santer1 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 sandvicensis |
| Species Codes | santer1, SATE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sandwich Tern belong to?
The Sandwich Tern (Thalasseus sandvicensis) belongs to the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Sandwich Tern?
The Sandwich 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 Sandwich Tern sighting?
You can log sightings of Sandwich Tern on eBird (ebird.org) using species code santer1, or on iNaturalist.