About the Sooty Tern
The Sooty Tern (Onychoprion fuscatus) 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 sooter1 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 fuscatus |
| Species Codes | sooter1, SOTE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sooty Tern belong to?
The Sooty Tern (Onychoprion fuscatus) belongs to the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Sooty Tern?
The Sooty 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 Sooty Tern sighting?
You can log sightings of Sooty Tern on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sooter1, or on iNaturalist.