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Bridled or sooty tern? - Penguin Island, Western Australia (1 Viewer)

lowressgbirding

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Singapore
Hi,

This tern's back appeared much darker than the other bridled terns on the island, with less contrast with its head, so I wonder if it could be a sooty tern? However, i note the white supercilium extends quite far back, which I understand could be a diagnostic for bridled terns.

Any confirmation on the ID would be appreciated.

Thanks.
 

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