Long-tailed Jaeger

Stercorarius longicaudus

The Long-tailed Jaeger is a seabird that breeds in the Arctic tundra and spends the non-breeding season at sea. It is a skilled predator, often seen harassing other seabirds to steal their food. This species has a distinctive long tail and a sleek, predatory appearance. Long-tailed Jaegers are highly migratory, traveling long distances between their breeding and wintering grounds. They are known for their aggressive behavior and impressive aerial acrobatics during the breeding season. Long-tailed Jaegers are important indicators of the health of Arctic ecosystems and are vulnerable to the impacts of climate change.

Habitat: Arctic tundra and open ocean