ID thoughts on this tern at the Avon-Heathcote Estuary

[andrewcrossland]

Hi team, I'm thinking immature W/F Tern, based on wing markings, pale plumage, head structure and longish, heavy bill, but those legs are long and the bird seemed small and "lost" so interested in any alternative thoughts?

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[andrewcrossland]

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[philbattley]

I'd go with WfT on this one.

[Steve Wood]

Agree.

[Wrybill]

me too