Caspian tern (Sterna caspia)

A white bird with black head standing on a log near water. The bird has a band on each leg.
Photo by Robert Forgie

Caspian tern with a white band on left leg and a yellow band #221 on right leg. Cedar River, Renton, WA

Black and white bird flying.
Photo by Alan Bauer

Caspian tern in flight, Gloyd Seeps Unit, Columbia Basin Wildlife Area, WA

Several birds on a branch emerging from water.
Photo by Alan Bauer

Group of Caspian terns, Potholes, Desert Unit, Columbia Basin Wildlife Area, WA

Category: Birds