
Black Tern
The black tern (Chlidonias niger) is a small tern generally found in or near inland water in Europe and North America.
Species insights
Parks where hosts record the Black Tern
Stays that give back
Across South Africa
Reliably seen · Birder friendly
Birder friendly
Birder friendly
Birder friendly
Birder friendly
Birder friendly
Birder friendly
Birder friendly
Sandstone amphitheatres and cool mountain air
See places that give backBest hours of the day
- The first hours after sunrise, and late afternoon. Birds call and feed most in the cool.
- Midday. Quieter, especially in summer heat.
IUCN Red List
Least Concern
Species
Chlidonias niger
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Questions travellers ask
A record means a host has seen the Black Tern on the property or nearby. It is never a guarantee of a sighting.
What is the conservation status of the Black Tern?
The Black Tern (Chlidonias niger) is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
What is the Black Tern?
The black tern (Chlidonias niger) is a small tern generally found in or near inland water in Europe and North America. As its name suggests, it has predominantly dark plumage.




























