Rynchops Niger
The black skimmer (Rynchops niger) is a tern -like seabird, one of three similar bird species in the skimmer genus Rynchops in the gull family Laridae. It breeds in North and South America. Rynchops niger is primarily found in bays, estuaries, lagoons, mudflats, beaches, shell banks, spoil islands, and coastal marshes. Individuals nest mostly on sand, salt marsh mats, and. Mar 4, 2020 · Black Skimmer Rynchops niger The Black Skimmer, one of North America's most distinctive coastal waterbirds, is noted for its unusual voice, bill, and feeding behavior. Jan 1, 2026 · The Black Skimmer (Rynchops niger) is a fascinating bird species that captures the attention of ornithologists and bird enthusiasts alike. With its distinctive appearance and. Rynchops niger is known for its unique combination of colours, shape and bill. The body is horizontally divided into different colours: the upper surface is black and the lower surface is.
Black Skimmer, Rynchops niger
