Caspian Tern

Hydroprogne caspia (Pallas, 1770)

The largest in the Australian Tern species this bird features a red bill the upper body is pale grey, the top of the head black with white streaks, the neck and the underparts are white


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What habitats does Hydroprogne caspia live in?

Coastal bays and inlets, also inland wetlands and swamps

What is the distribution of Hydroprogne caspia?

Mainland Australia and Tasmania

How big does Hydroprogne caspia grow?

Body up to 56 cm long

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