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North America
Scarlet Tern
Sterna anaethetus
About this species
Bird-watchers in North America often spot the Scarlet Tern in coastal settings. This Laridae species is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN.
The Scarlet Tern is part of the order Charadriiformes and the Laridae family. Its preferred habitat is coastal, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of North America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Laridae family and Charadriiformes order.