Biology and conservation of the endangered interior least tern: a literature review

An extensive literature review of the least tern (Sterna antillarum) was conducted with a special emphasis on the interior subspecies (S.a. athalassos). This was done to consolidate all available information necessary to formulate future management plans. This is particularly important since the interior population has been recently listed as federally endangered. The tern's taxonomy description, range, life history, factors affecting population levels, present status, and management considerations were reviewed.