About the Caspian Tern
The Caspian Tern (Hydroprogne caspia) is a species documented in our database. Learn more about this species through the information below.
Conservation Status
Caspian Tern is currently listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
Population Trend
stable
Current Threats
- Habitat loss and degradation
- Pollution
- Climate change
Photo Gallery
1 photos available
Geographic Distribution
Distribution by Region
North America
Continent: North America
Country: United States, Canada, Mexico
Region: Coastal areas, including beaches, bays, and estuaries
South America
Continent: South America
Country: Brazil, Argentina, Chile
Region: Coastal areas, including beaches, bays, and estuaries
Europe
Continent: Europe
Country: United Kingdom, France, Germany
Region: Coastal areas, including beaches, bays, and estuaries
Africa
Continent: Africa
Country: South Africa, Morocco, Egypt
Region: Coastal areas, including beaches, bays, and estuaries
Asia
Continent: Asia
Country: China, Japan, India
Region: Coastal areas, including beaches, bays, and estuaries
Australia
Continent: Australia
Country: Australia
Region: Coastal areas, including beaches, bays, and estuaries
Distribution Overview
The Caspian Tern is a widespread and migratory species, breeding in colonies on islands, beaches, and coastal areas.
Quick Facts
- Size
- 47 - 54 cm
- Weight
- 530 - 730 g
- Lifespan
- up to 20-30 years years
- Diet
- Carnivorous, eating a variety of fish, crustaceans, and insects
Habitat
Coastal areasBeachesBaysEstuariesIslands
Behavior
- Social bird, often found in large colonies
- Carnivorous, eating a variety of fish, crustaceans, and insects
- Known for its distinctive call and aggressive behavior during breeding season