Gulls, Terns and Skimmers in Peru

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

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Arctic Tern

Arctic Tern

Sterna paradisaea

Least Concern
Black Tern

Black Tern

Chlidonias niger

Least Concern
Common Tern

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

Least Concern

Vagrant Laridae Birds

Rare visitors that have been occasionally spotted in this area.

Kittiwake

Kittiwake

Rissa tridactyla

Vulnerable

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