A First State Record Gull-billed Tern in Lac qui Parle County

摘要

The Gull-billed Tern is a medium-sized, heavy set, coastal seabird with a black cap, dark eye, and a thick, blackish, gull-like bill. The long wings are light gray above with dark edging trailing along the outer primaries. The back is pale gray and the undersides of the wings and body are white. The short, white tail is moderately forked, and the legs and feet are black.