Little Tern Collection

Sterna albifrons, little tern
Plate 73 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 5 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Little Tern (Sterna albifrons) at the nest amongst Black oats (Avena strigosa) North Uist, Scotland, UK, July

Two Little terns (Sterna albifrons) at the nest amongst Black oats (Avena strigosa) growing on shell rich sands Machair, North Uist, Scotland, UK, June

Little tern (Sterna albifrons) at the nest amongst Black oats (Avena strigosa) growing on shell rich sands Machair, North Uist, Scotland, UK, June

Little tern (Sterna albifrons) with newly hatched chick, Gronant dunes, Denbighshire, Wales, UK, June

Little tern (Sterna albifrons) nest with three eggs in shingle ridge. County Wicklow, Ireland, June

Little Tern (Sterna albifrons) feeding chick, Sado Estuary, Portugal. June

Little Tern (colour litho)
3121167 Little Tern (colour litho) by Wright, Magnus (1805-68), Ferdinand (1822-1906) & Wilhelm von (1810-87); (add.info.: Svenska Faglar efter Naturen och pa sten ritade)

Little Tern flight 07
Little Tern - adult tern in flight - Germany Date: 19-Jun-18

Little Tern flight 02
Little Tern - adult tern in flight - Germany Date: 19-Jun-18

The Little Tern (chromolitho)
3644029 The Little Tern (chromolitho) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Little Tern)

Little Tern, 1891 (colour litho)
1001479 Little Tern, 1891 (colour litho) by Broinowski, Gracius (1837-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: A The Birds of AustraliaA, 1891)

Little tern (Sterna albifrons) three eggs in nest scrape, County Wicklow, Ireland, June

Little Tern (Sterna albifrons) chick walking back to parent sitting on nest scrape on beach. Gronant Dunes, Denbighshire, Wales, UK, June

Corncrake (Crex crex) calling at dawn on machair, North Uist, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, UK, June

Little tern (Sterna albifrons ) feeding sand eel (Hyperoplus spp) to young chick. Gronant Dunes, Denbighshire, Wales, UK, June

Little Tern - Stern a minu ta, c1910, (1910). Artist: George James Rankin
Little Tern - Stern a minu ta, c1910, (1910). From Britains Birds and Their Nests, by A. Landsborough Thomson. [The Waverley Book Company, Limited, W. & R. Chambers, Limited, London & Edinburgh, 1910]

Flying adult Little Tern in summer plumage, Sternula albifrons, Greece

Little Tern adult and juvenile, Sternula albifrons

Little Tern adult calling, Sternula albifrons

Little Tern on the beach, Sternula albifrons

Little Tern Sterna albifrons Minsmere RSPB Reserve Suffolk

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The Little Tern, scientifically known as Sterna albifrons, is a charming and delicate bird species that captivates the hearts of nature enthusiasts worldwide. Found nesting amidst the beautiful Black oats (Avena strigosa) in North Uist, these little terns create a picturesque scene that showcases their resilience and adaptability. Intriguingly, two they can be seen together at their nest among the enchanting Black oats. This display of companionship highlights the strong bond between these birds as they navigate through life's challenges side by side. As time passes, we witness the growth of a Little Tern nestled within its protective surroundings of Black oats. The vibrant green hues contrasting with its white feathers make for an awe-inspiring sight that symbolizes new beginnings and hope for the future. At Gronant dunes in Denbighshire, our hearts melt as we observe a Little Tern caring for its newly hatched chick. This tender moment exemplifies parental love and dedication in nature's realm. Moving to County Wicklow, we stumble upon another captivating sight – a Little Tern nest adorned with three precious eggs resting on a shingle ridge. It serves as a reminder of life's fragility and how every effort must be made to protect these vulnerable creatures from harm. Traveling further south to Portugal's Sado Estuary in June reveals an endearing scene: a Little Tern diligently feeding its hungry chick. This act of nourishment demonstrates not only survival instincts but also the intricate web of interdependence within ecosystems. Historical records show us stunning lithographs capturing various aspects of this remarkable species' existence – from flight patterns to their exquisite beauty frozen in time through chromolithography techniques dating back to 1891. The images evoke admiration for these graceful birds who gracefully soar through vast skies while leaving indelible imprints on our souls.