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This coastal gallery includes two species in the gull and tern family, Laridae, and the Eurasian oystercatcher in the family Haematopodidae.
| Scientific name | English | Norwegian | Family |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterna hirundo | Common tern | Makrellterne | Laridae |
| Haematopus ostralegus | Eurasian oystercatcher | Tjeld | Haematopodidae |
| Chroicocephalus ridibundus | Black-headed gull | Hettemåke | Laridae |
Common tern
The common tern is a graceful migrant that catches small fish by plunge-diving.
Black-headed gull
The black-headed gull is a familiar wetland and coastal bird; adults develop a dark brown hood in summer.
Eurasian oystercatcher
The Eurasian oystercatcher uses its strong orange-red bill to feed on shellfish and other shore animals.