Caspian Tern

Identification:
Florida's largest tern. The large, thick, red bill and heavier-bodied appearance help distinguish it from the similar looking Royal Tern. Flight capable juveniles have an orange bill.

Breeding:
Colonial nester, often nesting with Laughing Gulls and other large tern species. This scattered breeder can easily be overlooked in a large, mixed species colony. Peak nesting occurs in the last two weeks of May.

Clutch Size:
Usually 2-3 eggs (ranges from 1-4)

Incubation:
21 days

Fledge: 
30-40 days

Breeding Bird Atlas Account

*Caspian Tern photos by Marianne Korosy