Black Tern - James P. Smith
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Location

Turners Falls Rod and Gun Club
Franklin, Massachusetts, United States
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Map
Map Coordinates: 42.5940425, -72.5378286
Age and sex
Adult, Unknown sex - X

Observation details

Small tern appeared suddenly just after Eric Huston departed for work. Immediately recognized as Black due to overall sooty gray appearance above, jet black head and underparts contrasting with crisp white vent. Delicate buoyant flight, dipping and picking from water surface. Surprisingly, calling frequently, a persistent 'kip' call recalling Scissor-tailed Fly or Western Kingbird but higher pitched.

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