Which tern

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WhistlingDuck
Which tern

Seen at Stockton Sandspit Newcastle NSW  - which tern is it please.

teganb02
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I think that is a Gull - Billed Tern in breeding plumage. It in range, has the dark beak, and has a black cap pulled over the eyes, plus it's spring! 

Tegan - Melbourne Vic.

Paulsod

x2 Gull-billed Tern.

Kippa-ring, Qld.

WhistlingDuck

Thanks Tegan and Paul - my thought was also a gull billed tern, good to have it confirmed. 

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