Successful Breeding of Endangered Little Terns in Fukuoka

In a remarkable turn of events, endangered little terns have managed to rear chicks successfully for the first time in five years on the coast of Fukuoka. Observers noted parent birds actively feeding fish to their young, and by the end of July, a total of ten chicks had successfully departed from their nests.

Little terns are small water birds that measure approximately 28 centimeters in length. They are easily identified by their striking white plumage, yellow beaks, and distinctive black heads. These migratory birds typically arrive in Japan around April each year and begin their journey to places like Australia by September.

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