What am I?
The smallest tern to nest on Essex shores, often heard chattering away in small colonies or performing exceptional aerial acrobatics as they dive into the water hunting for small fish.
Little Tern
Little Tern
Conservation Status: 🟠Amber
How to Identify Me
With grey wings, white body and a fancy black cap, this little bird is most easily distinguished from other terns due it’s smaller size and yellow beak with a black tip.
How Can You Help Me?
Make sure to give them lots of space if you spot them nesting on sandy and shingle beaches as they come in to rest and nest after diving into the waves to hunt for food.
Ensure to respect signage regarding beach nesting birds as little terns lay their eggs in little scrapes on open beaches. It also helps to keep your ears and eyes peeled for distress calls or birds becoming aware of your presence.