Arctic tern

Sterna paradisaea

Family: Sternidae Order: Charadriiformes Conservation: Least Concern
Arctic tern

About the Arctic tern

species of seabird

Fun Facts About Arctic tern

  • The Arctic tern (Sterna paradisaea) is a bird species found in North America.
  • This species can be observed across various North American habitats.

Conservation Status

The Arctic tern is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.

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Taxonomy & Classification

OrderCharadriiformes
FamilySternidae
GenusSterna
SpeciesSterna paradisaea

Range & Habitat

Range map of Arctic tern

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Related Species

Other species in the Sternidae family: