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Thalasseus sandvicensis
The Sandwich Tern is a medium to large tern. The bill is black with a yellow tip. The legs are also black. During breeding, the adult's heads are capped in solid black. They primarily feed on fish by plunge diving.
Southeastern U.S. - South America, West Indies. Coastal areas, freshwater lakes close to the coast.
Spotted on Dec 26, 2011
Submitted on Jan 30, 2012
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