Graceful White Terns perched on a tree (00005937)
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Description: The White Tern (Gygis alba rothchildi) is a delicate, snow-white bird with large, black eyes, native to the Midway Islands. In this breathtaking shot, the graceful birds are perched on a tree, ready to feed their young with up to six small fish. White Terns are true aerial acrobats as they glide over the deep blue sea in search of prey. These fragile-looking birds are a true sight of beauty and elegance.
Location: Hawaiian Islands, Midway, USA
Date of Capture: 16.07.2001