BirdAmp
White Tern (Gygis alba)

White Tern

Gygis alba

Least Concern

Overview

The Atlantic white tern (Gygis alba) is a species of tern belonging to the family Laridae. It is one of three species of white terns in the genus Gygis, alongside the blue-billed white tern and the little white tern.

Did you know?

The Atlantic white tern is classified as 'Least Concern' on the IUCN Red List.

Sources