A rare vagrant in New Zealand. It was difficult to spot amongst 250 NZ White-fronted terns which are larger than this bird. An ornithologist said it is in Dalmation plumage.
White-winged Tern
Country New Zealand
Location Boulder Bank Nelson
Gender Unknown
Age Adult
Activity In or By Water
Rare (For the Location)? Yes
- Created Timestamp03/05/2025 14:52:22
- CameraCanon EOS 7D Mark II
- Aperture13
- Focal Length300
- Iso800
- Shutter Speed1/1600
- Orientation1