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Arctic Tern

Sterna paradisaea

Least Concern

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Arctic Tern (Sterna paradisaea) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador).

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)

Species

Sterna paradisaea (Arctic Tern)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese キョクアジサシ

Chinese 北极燕鸥

Spanish Charrán ártico

French Sterne arctique

German Küstenseeschwalbe

Portuguese trinta-réis-ártico / gaivina-do-árctico

Russian Полярная крачка

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Arctic Tern?

The scientific name of Arctic Tern is Sterna paradisaea. It belongs to the genus Sterna.

What is the conservation status of Arctic Tern?

Arctic Tern (Sterna paradisaea) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Arctic Tern live?

Arctic Tern is found in Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Arctic Tern belong to?

Arctic Tern (Sterna paradisaea) belongs to the genus Sterna, which is part of the taxonomic family Laridae.

Is Arctic Tern endangered?

No, Arctic Tern (Sterna paradisaea) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Arctic Tern belong to?

Arctic Tern (Sterna paradisaea) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Arctic Tern?

The closest relatives of Arctic Tern in the genus Sterna include Antarctic Tern, Black-bellied Tern, Black-naped Tern, Common Tern, Forster's Tern.