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Caspian Tern Collection

The majestic Caspian tern, Hydroprogne caspia, gracefully soars through the skies of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian Tern (Sterna caspia) in flight, diving for prey. Lake Ellesmere, Canterbury, South Island

Caspian Tern (Sterna caspia) in flight, diving for prey. Lake Ellesmere, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian tern (Hydroprogne caspia) in flight with fish (prey) Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Caspian tern (Hydroprogne caspia) in flight with fish (prey) Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian tern (Hydroprogne caspia) in flight Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Caspian tern (Hydroprogne caspia) in flight Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian tern (Hydroprogne caspia) in flight Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Caspian tern (Hydroprogne caspia) in flight Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian tern (Hydroprogne caspia) in flight Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Caspian tern (Hydroprogne caspia) in flight Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian tern (Hydroprogne caspia) in flight with fish (prey) Winnipeg Manitoba, Canada

Caspian tern (Hydroprogne caspia) in flight with fish (prey) Winnipeg Manitoba, Canada

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian tern (colour litho)

Caspian tern (colour litho)
3121168 Caspian 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)

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: The Caspian Tern (chromolitho)

The Caspian Tern (chromolitho)
3644026 The Caspian Tern (chromolitho) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Caspian Tern)

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Long-Legged Tern, 1891 (colour litho)

Long-Legged Tern, 1891 (colour litho)
1001481 Long-Legged Tern, 1891 (colour litho) by Broinowski, Gracius (1837-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: A The Birds of AustraliaA, 1891)

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20109079

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Caspian tern, Sterna caspia, Adult In Flight In Eclipse Plumage, Against Deep Blue Sky, In Wintering Grounds, December, The Gambia, West Africa

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20109078

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Caspian tern, Sterna caspia, In Eclipse Plumage, Standing At Waters Edge, In Wintering Grounds, December, The Gambia, West Africa

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Royal Terns (Sterna maxima) on nesting island

Royal Terns (Sterna maxima) on nesting island

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Royal Tern (Sterna maxima) adult flying

Royal Tern (Sterna maxima) adult flying

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian tern

Caspian tern
A photograph of an original hand-colored engraving from The History of British Birds by Morris published in 1853-1891

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian Tern flying with fisher boat in background, Hydroprogne caspia, Netherlands

Caspian Tern flying with fisher boat in background, Hydroprogne caspia, Netherlands

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian Tern flying, Hydroprogne caspia, Netherlands

Caspian Tern flying, Hydroprogne caspia, Netherlands

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian Tern taking off in water spray, Hydroprogne caspia, Netherlands

Caspian Tern taking off in water spray, Hydroprogne caspia, Netherlands

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian tern in flight, Egypt

Caspian tern in flight, Egypt

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian Tern (Hydroprogne caspia), Texas, USA

Caspian Tern (Hydroprogne caspia), Texas, USA

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian Tern (Hydroprogne caspia), Gambia

Caspian Tern (Hydroprogne caspia), Gambia

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian Tern (Hydroprogne caspia) calling, Gambia

Caspian Tern (Hydroprogne caspia) calling, Gambia

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian Tern (Hydroprogne caspia) male, British Columbia, Canada

Caspian Tern (Hydroprogne caspia) male, British Columbia, Canada

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian Tern Sterna caspia Salton Sea California USA April calling

Caspian Tern Sterna caspia Salton Sea California USA April calling

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian Tern (Sterna caspia) resting on Gulf of Mexico beach

Caspian Tern (Sterna caspia) resting on Gulf of Mexico beach

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: USA, Florida, St. Petersburg, Fort DeSoto Park. Side portrait of a Caspian terns head

USA, Florida, St. Petersburg, Fort DeSoto Park. Side portrait of a Caspian terns head. Credit as: Arthur Morris / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Sterna caspia, Caspian tern

Sterna caspia, Caspian tern
Plate 68 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 5 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian Tern, Sterna caspia, immature preening, Welder Wildlife Refuge, Sinton, Texas

Caspian Tern, Sterna caspia, immature preening, Welder Wildlife Refuge, Sinton, Texas, USA, May

Background imageCaspian Tern Collection: Caspian tern (Sterna caspia) in breeding plumage in flight, Salton Sea

Caspian tern (Sterna caspia) in breeding plumage in flight, Salton Sea, California, United States of America, North America


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The majestic Caspian tern, Hydroprogne caspia, gracefully soars through the skies of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. With its impressive wingspan and keen eyesight, it effortlessly spots its next meal - a fish shimmering beneath the surface of the water. In a swift motion, the Caspian tern dives towards its prey with precision and skill. Lake Ellesmere in Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand is another location where this remarkable bird can be found. Here, amidst picturesque scenery, the Caspian tern showcases its aerial prowess as it plunges into the water to catch its dinner. A stunning chromolitho artwork captures the vibrant colors and intricate details of this magnificent species. The artist's talent brings to life every feather on the Caspian tern's body as it glides through an imaginary landscape. In 1891, a captivating color lithograph titled "Long-Legged Tern" further highlights this bird's elegance and gracefulness. Its slender legs dangle below as it hovers above calm waters in search of sustenance. On nesting islands around the world like those inhabited by Royal Terns (Sterna maxima), these regal birds create bustling communities filled with activity and squawks echoing across sandy shores. Among them stands a proud adult Royal Tern taking flight against a backdrop of azure skies. Not limited to coastal regions alone, even Gulf of Mexico beaches become resting grounds for our beloved Caspian terns. Against golden sands and crashing waves lies one such bird basking in tranquility after a successful day at sea. Whether soaring high above Canadian landscapes or diving into New Zealand lakes with unwavering focus; whether captured on canvas or depicted in lithographs; whether partaking in lively island colonies or finding solace on sun-kissed shores - each portrayal encapsulates just how extraordinary these creatures truly are: The magnificent Caspian terns that grace our world.