Rynchopidae - skimmers |
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There are three species in this family. They are black and white and have large bills and webbed feet. The lower part of their bill is longer than the upper part. The Indian skimmer is found in India, the African skimmer is found in Africa, and the black skimmer is found in North America along both the Atlantic and Pacific coasts. |
Endangered in NH |
Threatened in NH |
Introduced |
Endangered in US |
Threatened in US |
Breeds in NH |
New Hampshire Species | North/Central American Species | |
Black Skimmer |