(Sterna hirundo)

Name in English: Common Tern
Name in Spanish: Charrán común
Name in German:  Flusseschwalbe
Size: 32-39 cm in length; 72-83cm wingspan (with open wings)

Distribution and habitat: The common tern is a long-distance migrant species. It breeds on the Mediterranean coast, as well as in the Canary Islands – especially in the westernmost regions.

Descripción: A medium-sized bird with red beak and legs. It is similar to the pale pink tern, with a light grey back and wings, a white rump, and a white forked tail.