Discover the Grace of the White Tern on Midway Island in the Pacific (00005985)

Graceful White Tern on Midway Island in the Pacific

Description: The White Tern, also known as Gygis alba rothschildi, is a delicate, snow-white seabird found on Midway Island in the North Pacific Ocean. These graceful birds with large black eyes look like they are straight out of a fairy tale when flying against the deep blue sky. They hunt fish by diving into the sea without landing and feed their young with up to six small fish. Learn more about these fascinating birds and their behavior.

Location: Hawaiian Islands, Midway, USA

Date of Capture: 17.07.2001