Black-naped Tern
- Score
- 0.6079271
- Family
- Laridae
- Tail Shape
- forked
- Wing Shape
- pointed
Why it matters
The Black-naped Tern is recognized by its distinctive black band extending from the eye to the nape, contrasting against its pale grey and white plumage. Prized by birders for its elegant silhouette, this species is defined by its pointed wings and deeply forked tail, which facilitate the agile, hovering flight patterns it uses to forage across tropical coastal waters.
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