Noddies – Family Overview

Noddies are medium-sized seabirds belonging to the tern family, commonly found in tropical and subtropical oceans. They are known for their dark plumage, pale foreheads, and buoyant, graceful flight over coastal and pelagic waters.

This page brings together photographs and videos of noddy species recorded along coastlines and offshore islands. Noddies often breed in large colonies on remote islands, nesting on trees, cliffs, or rocky ground, and are closely associated with marine ecosystems.

The collection includes species observed across different regions, highlighting variations in plumage, behaviour, and habitat preferences. As ocean-dependent birds, noddies can provide valuable insights into marine biodiversity and environmental conditions.