ARKive - Arctic tern - Sterna paradisaea- species related by habitat

Species that live in a similar habitat to the Arctic tern (Sterna paradisaea)

Tokoeka (Apteryx australis)
The tokoeka is one of five recognised species of kiwi, the iconic, flightless birds that are only found in New Zealand. This species is... More 14 Images 1 Video
Striated caracara (Phalcoboenus australis)
The striated caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) is a distinctive and charismatic raptor, which has the southernmost overall breeding... More 44 Images 6 Videos
Andean condor (Vultur gryphus)
As one of the largest flying birds in the world, the Andean condor (Vultur gryphus) forms an awesome sight over the South American skies, as... More 30 Images 10 Videos
Blue-cheeked bee-eater (Merops persicus)
The blue-cheeked bee-eater is named for the blue stripes above and below the eyes, which sometimes, when the plumage is worn, can appear... More 18 Images 7 Videos
Plain swift (Apus unicolor)
A fairly small swift, the plain swift (Apus unicolor) shares its range with both the common swift (Apus apus) and the pallid swift (Apus... More 2 Images 0 videos
Blue-winged teal (Anas discors)
A small, distinctive species of dabbling duck, the blue-winged teal (Anas discors) has conspicuous chalky-blue upper-wing coverts lined with... More 19 Images 3 Videos
Isabelline wheatear (Oenanthe isabellina)
The largest of the Oenanthe species, the isabelline wheatear is a migratory, insectivorous bird. Its similarity to the northern wheatear (... More 18 Images 1 Video
Common sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos)
The common sandpiper is a rather small, short-legged wader with a long, straight beak, relatively drab colouration, and a distinctive... More 19 Images 0 videos
Mottled petrel (Pterodroma inexpectata)
The mottled petrel (Pterodroma inexpectata) is a medium-sized and distinctive petrel species, most easily identified by the grey patch on... More 2 Images 0 videos
Badger (Meles meles)
With its striking black and white striped head, the badger (Meles meles) is one of our most instantly recognisable mammals. The rest of... More 46 Images 17 Videos
Black-winged pranticole (Glareola nordmanni)
In appearance this bird may be fairly unremarkable, but the black-winged pranticole is notable for the incredible migrations it undertakes... More 5 Images 0 videos
Peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus)
One of the fastest species in the world, the peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) may reach speeds of up to 250 kilometres per hour (155... More 43 Images 11 Videos
Patagonian negrito (Lessonia rufa)
Described by Darwin as a “common, inoffensive little bird”, the Patagonian negrito remains widespread and fairly abundant through much of... More 5 Images 0 videos
Lizard weevil (Cathormiocerus britannicus)
The Lizard weevil, so called because it is found only on the Lizard Peninsula, Cornwall, was once thought to be a species endemic to the... More 3 Images 0 videos
Greater sand plover (Charadrius leschenaultii)
Although it has a relatively dull appearance for most of the year, the greater sand plover’s plumage changes during the breeding season. At... More 8 Images 1 Video
Double-banded plover (Charadrius bicinctus)
Information on the double-banded plover is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 17 Images 0 videos
Common gull (Larus canus)
The name common gull (Larus canus) is rather misleading, as this gull is not all that common. It is generally similar in appearance to... More 41 Images 0 videos
Spear thistle (Cirsium vulgare)
The spear thistle is perhaps the most likely candidate for the Scottish national emblem. It is a tall thistle, with a long tap-root. Young... More 14 Images 3 Videos
Lesser white-toothed shrew (Crocidura suaveolens)
The lesser white-toothed shrew (Crocidura suaveolens) is the smallest of the 'white-toothed shrews'; it lacks the deposition of iron in... More 5 Images 3 Videos
Raven (Corvus corax)
The raven (Corvus corax) is a magnificent bird; bigger than a buzzard, it is the largest passerine (perching) bird in Europe, and is deeply... More 17 Images 12 Videos
Ruddy turnstone (Arenaria interpres)
The ruddy turnstone is a small, stocky, brightly-patterned shorebird, named for its habit of turning over objects such as stones, shells and... More 19 Images 0 videos
Lesser black-backed gull (Larus fuscus)
A familiar and abundant inhabitant of the European coastline, the lesser black-backed gull (Larus fuscus) is a medium-sized gull species... More 46 Images 1 Video
Six-spot burnet moth (Zygaena filipendulae)
The six-spot burnet moth (Zygaena filipendulae) is a brightly coloured day-flying moth. Its bright colours warn potential predators... More 21 Images 0 videos
Small copper butterfly (Lycaena phlaeus)
One of the UK’s smaller butterflies, the small copper makes up for its diminutive size by being one of the most territorial and aggressive... More 13 Images 0 videos
Scarlet pimpernel (Anagallis arvensis)
As the alternative names of shepherd’s sundial and shepherd’s weather-glass suggest, scarlet pimpernel is well-known for its ability to... More 9 Images 1 Video
Emperor moth (Saturnia pavonia)
The adult emperor moth (Saturnia pavonia) is a spectacular insect. Males have a complex pattern of grey, dark brown and orange markings... More 32 Images 1 Video
Silver-studded blue (Plebeius argus)
Males are deep blue with a dark border and white fringe, and can be distinguished from other blue butterflies by the presence of a spur on... More 25 Images 3 Videos
Blacksmith lapwing (Vanellus armatus)
Information on the blacksmith lapwing is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 26 Images 2 Videos
Merlin (Falco columbarius)
An extremely fast, agile hunter, the merlin (Falco columbarius) is a small, distinctive species of falcon from the northern hemisphere. The... More 23 Images 2 Videos
Eyebright (Euphrasia vigursii)
This attractive endemic eyebright produces large, lilac-deep purple flowers, which are occasionally white. The leaves and bracts are covered... More 1 Image 1 Video

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