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White-winged Tern

Chlidonias leucopterus

Taxonomy

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

About

The white-winged tern, or white-winged black tern (Chlidonias leucopterus or Chlidonias leucoptera), is a species of tern in the family Laridae. It is a small species generally found in or near bodies of fresh water across much of the world, including Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. The genus name is from Ancient Greek khelidonios, "swallow-like", from khelidon, "swallow". The specific leptopterus is also Greek from leptos, "slender", and pteros, "feathered", itself from pteron, "wing".

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of White-winged Tern?
The scientific name of White-winged Tern is Chlidonias leucopterus.
What kingdom does White-winged Tern belong to?
White-winged Tern belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does White-winged Tern belong to?
White-winged Tern belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does White-winged Tern belong to?
White-winged Tern belongs to the class Aves.
What order does White-winged Tern belong to?
White-winged Tern belongs to the order Charadriiformes.
What family does White-winged Tern belong to?
White-winged Tern belongs to the family Laridae.
What genus does White-winged Tern belong to?
White-winged Tern belongs to the genus Chlidonias.