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Sandwich Tern

Thalasseus sandvicensis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Charadriiformes ›Family: Laridae ›Genus: Thalasseus

About

The Sandwich tern (Thalasseus sandvicensis) is a tern in the family Laridae. It is very closely related to the lesser crested tern (T. bengalensis), Chinese crested tern (T. bernsteini), Cabot's tern (T. acuflavidus), and elegant tern (T. elegans) and has been known to interbreed with the lesser crested.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sandwich Tern?
The scientific name of Sandwich Tern is Thalasseus sandvicensis.
What is the conservation status of Sandwich Tern?
The Sandwich Tern has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Sandwich Tern belong to?
Sandwich Tern belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Sandwich Tern belong to?
Sandwich Tern belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Sandwich Tern belong to?
Sandwich Tern belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Sandwich Tern belong to?
Sandwich Tern belongs to the order Charadriiformes.
What family does Sandwich Tern belong to?
Sandwich Tern belongs to the family Laridae.
What genus does Sandwich Tern belong to?
Sandwich Tern belongs to the genus Thalasseus.