Whiskered Tern

Chlidonias hybrida

Order:

Charadriiformes

Family:

Laridae

Size:

23-29 cm

Weight:

60-101 g

Taxonomy:

C. h. hybrida (Pallas, 1811)

Short Description:

The Whiskered Tern (Chlidonias hybrida) is a migratory bird species found in Pakistan. It is characterized by its black and white plumage, slender body, and distinctive whisker-like feathers on its cheeks during breeding season.

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Whiskered Terns are commonly found in wetland habitats such as lakes, marshes, and rivers, particularly during the winter months when they migrate from their breeding grounds in Europe and Central Asia. They can be observed in various regions across Pakistan, including Punjab, Sindh, and coastal areas.

Whiskered Terns are highly social birds and often gather in large flocks during migration and at feeding sites. They are agile flyers, often seen skimming the water’s surface as they hunt for small fish, insects, and other aquatic prey. Breeding pairs construct nests on floating vegetation in shallow water, where they raise their chicks. These birds are known for their distinctive calls, which they use for communication within their flocks.