Common name:
Little Tern
Ladakhi name:
unknown
Scientific name:
Sterna albiformes
Order:
Charadriiformes
Family:
Laridae
fun facts:
The Little Tern is a migrant to Ladakh. The sexes look the same.
Its scientific name is for the white streak in its forehead.
It’s call is loud with a creaking noise.
It breeds in colonies and will defend nesting sites by attacking anyone or anything that approaches.
Bird Club Contributor:
Lobzang Vishudda, Themisgang
