Majestic white tern photographed in flight on a tree (00005593)
Description: The White tern (Gygis alba rothchildi) is a graceful, delicate bird with snow-white feathers and large black eyes. Flying against the deep blue sky, they appear ghostly beautiful and fragile, as if they came straight out of a fairy tale. Learn more about their fishing behavior and breeding habits on the Midway Islands.
Location: Hawaiian Islands, Midway, USA
Date of Capture: 15.07.2001