River Tern

This species breeds from March to May in colonies in less accessible areas such as sandbanks in rivers. It nests in a ground scrape, often on bare rock or sand, and lays three greenish-grey to buff eggs, which are blotched and streaked with brown.

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The River Tern is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.

The River Tern (also historically known as the Tearne) is a river in Shropshire, England. It rises north-east of Market Drayton in the north of the county. The source of the Tern is considered to be the lake in the grounds of Maer Hall, Staffordshire. From here it flows for about 30 miles (48 km), being fed by the River Meese and the River Roden, until it joins the River Severn near Attingham Park, Atcham. More

The Indian River Tern or just River Tern (Sterna aurantia) is a bird in the tern family . It is a resident breeder along inland rivers from Iran east through Pakistan into India and Myanmar to Thailand, where it is uncommon. It does not occur in Sri Lanka. Unlike most Sterna terns, it is almost exclusively found on freshwater, rarely venturing even to tidal creeks. This species breeds from March to May in colonies in less accessible areas such as sandbanks in rivers. More

River Tern at Waters Upton near Hodnet, Shropshire A lovely unspoilt river than meanders through the farmland around this rural location. Our fishing rights are from Waters Upton village to where the River Meece joins downstream. A small river in width but more than makes up for it with gin clear water especially in summer and good catches of chub, dace and trout can be found. More

Locational Advantage : River Tern Lodge is sited in the scenic and peaceful area of Shimoga. Description : River Tern Lodge is centrally located in the Western Ghats of Shimoga. The hotel offers a scenic view of valley and hills from its rooms. Well appointed cottages ensure a comfortable stay of its guests. The hotel offers a picturesque view of Bhadra River, adjoining the northern boundaries of the Bhadra Tiger Reserve and Wildlife Sanctuary. More

This picture of a River Tern was taken with a Canon DSLR 450D with a Sigma 170-500mm DG lens. Click here to post comments. Join in and write your own page! It's easy to do. How? Simply click here to return to Wildlife Photography. More

River Tern (Sterna aurantia) )is a widespread resident in India. Size: 40-45 cm. This is a medium-sized tern, 38-43 cm long with dark grey upperparts, white underparts, a forked tail with long flexible streamers, and long pointed wings. The bill is yellow and the legs red. It has a black cap in breeding plumage. In the winter the cap is greyish white, flecked and streaked with black, there is a dark mask through the eye, and the tip of the bill becomes dusky. More

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The River Tern Lodge is the ideal spot to get acquainted with nature in its serene beauty. Wildlife The Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary boasts of rich avian life with birds like the Grey jungle fowl, Red spur fowl, Painted bush quail, Emerald dove, Southern green imperial pigeon, Great black woodpecker, Malabar parakeet and Hill myna just to name a few. More

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River Tern Lodge (Bhadra Wilderness Retreat) is a Jungle Lodges Resort located near Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary which is situated in the midst of the Western Ghats of Shimoga dist around Chikmaglur area in Karnataka (India). It is surrounded by the hill ranges of Babudangiri and has a blend of nature and wildlife. It is located on a hillock, at the edge of the picturesque Bhadra River, near Lakkavalli adjoining the northern boundaries of the Bhadra Tiger Reserve and Wildlife Sanctuary. More

As with other Sterna terns, the River Tern feeds by plunge-diving for fish, crustaceans, tadpoles and aquatic insects in rivers, lakes, and tanks. Its numbers are decreasing is due to the pollution of their habitat. More

River Tern Lodge is a perfect blend of nature and wildlife. The lodge gets its name from the congregation of thousands of River Terns during their breeding on a nearby island. Indeed a spectacular sight to behold! You can get mesmerized by observing their preening, feeding, cackling and many interesting antics. More

of Interest: Stone bridge over River Tern to front door of 1820-built mill.HOMES & GARDENS: 6FOR VIEWING WATERSIDE LIVING by Sunday Mercury (Birmingham, England)Best coming from behind off a fast pace, River Tern can pounce late to land the spoils tomorrow. More

River Tern Lodge - Situated in the midst of the western ghats of Chikmaglur district in Karnataka, surrounded by the lofty hill ranges of Bababudangiri, the River Tern Lodge has got a perfect blend of nature and wildlife. The lodge gets its name from the congregation of thousands of River terns during their breeding on a nearby island. Get fascinated by observing their preening, feeding, cackling and many exciting antics. More

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River Tern Lodge is a perfect blend of nature and wildlife. It is located on a hillock, at the edge of the picturesque Bhadra River, near Lakkavalli, adjoining the northern boundaries of the Bhadra Tiger Reserve and Wildlife Sanctuary. The River Tern Lodge is the ideal spot to get acquainted with nature in its serene beauty. More

As with other Sterna terns, the River Tern feeds by plunge-diving for fish, crustaceans, tadpoles and aquatic insects in rivers, lakes, and tanks. Its numbers are decreasing is due to the pollution of their habitat. - Mello, CeltickRanger has marked this note useful Only registered TrekNature members may rate photo notes. Add Critique Only registered TrekNature members may write critiques. Discussions None You must be logged in to start a discussion. More

suggested River Tern Lodge, and when we looked it up on the internet, we knew it was going to be near perfect. But... more “cool place to be with your spouse or large group” Save Review 4 of 5 stars planrajatrip 6 contributions Bangalore Mar 3, 2010 nice place to go during summer as u can enjoy playing sports in back water or river bhadra. More

suggested River Tern Lodge, and when we looked it up on the internet, we knew it was going to be near perfect. But hell, it turned out PERFECT! We got our tickets done on the Shimoga Express and then waited all March for the elusive journey to the jungles. We were to leave on Friday, 2nd April, spend 2 nights at the resort and be back in Bangalore on Easter Sunday. More

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Picture of Sterna aurantia above has been licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike.
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Order : Charadriiformes
Family : Laridae
Genus : Sterna
Species : aurantia
Authority : Gray, 1831