Gull-billed Tern
Gelochelidon nilotica
Gelochelidon nilotica
Besides the thick bill that gives it its name, this tern has a relatively stocky build and broad wings. Typically seen in leisurely flight
...Gull-billed Tern
Gelochelidon nilotica
Species Migration
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Conservation Challenges
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