White Tern
| Gygis alba | Order: Charadriiformes | Family: Laridae (Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers) |
Gygis alba
Order: Charadriiformes
Family: Laridae (Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers)
This ethereal seabird is found across the tropical oceans of the world. It does not build a nest, but lays and incubates its single egg on a fairly thin branch or crotch. Chicks hatch out with sturdy gripping toes to survive.
I’ve never photographed this species. The photo here was taken by B. Navez.
Laura's Published Works
Radio Programs
- Poop List! 2021
- Laura's Best Bird EVER! Chapter 7. White Tern 2018
- Wilson Bulletin 2004
- Birthday 2001 2001
- Hawaii! 2000
- Sixteen Years 1999