Family: Sternidae
Species: Sterna caspia
Common Name: Caspian Tern
Description: Winter breeders, they normally nest on low lying islands. They are the biggest tern to frequent Bahraini waters and are easily identified by their large size and distinctive bright bill.
Information Source: Bahrain First National Report to the CBD (2006); Birds of Dilmun (2014)
July 15, 2022