Gulls, Terns and Skimmers in Madagascar

Learn about 4 birds from the Gulls, Terns and Skimmers family (Laridae) found in Madagascar. Includes 3 regular species and 1 vagrant visitors. Complete guide with photos and identification information.

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Common Tern

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

Least Concern
Lesser Noddy

Lesser Noddy

Anous tenuirostris

Least Concern
Roseate Tern

Roseate Tern

Sterna dougallii

Least Concern

Vagrant Laridae Birds

Rare visitors that have been occasionally spotted in this area.

Black Tern

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

Least Concern

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