Forster's/Common Tern

Not actually a gull — the classic Gull-dex gotcha
SummerSeasonal

How to ID it

  • Sleek with forked tail
  • Plunge-dives for fish
  • Watch them dive off the Rt. 50 bridge

Field marks at a glance

Flight style
plunge-dives, forked tail

Where & when

Summer

Learn more

Sources

  • Facts — local research (plan.md), verified July 2026
  • Reference — ebird.org
  • Reference — audubon.org