Tern, Tern, Tern. Traditional Cache

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Ministro - Matt

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Hidden : 12/1/2012
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size: small (small)

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Note - there are two logbooks so that if one gets wet, hopefully the other one stays dry.

One of the most fascinating highlights of the northern end of Pumicestone Passage is the very large population of terns.

Three species of migrant terns (Little Tern, Common Tern and White-winged Black Tern) stop here for food and rest before flying on for another long journey in the air.

All around the world there are special places that migratory birds stop for rest and food, where they recharge in order to continue their incredible journeys. In particular, the White Winged Black Terns that feed and rest in Caloundra, migrate to central and eastern asia to breed in the winter. In Caloundra their population peaks from December to April. Between late January and mid to late February, up to 40,000 can be seen at last light as they settle on the central sandbanks for the night


The best time to visit is on a rising tide just before the sandbanks are completely submerged. The terns congregate in largest numbers during the late afternoon, when fortunately, the best viewing conditions occur, as the sun will be directly behind your back. As the sandbanks are a reasonable distance from the beach, binoculars are highly recommended.

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