Species · New York · BBS 2025 Release · 1966–2024

Least Tern Population Trend in New York

Least Tern in New York has edged down: down 24% on the route-weighted index since 1974.

-24%Since 1974
3Routes In State
16Years

Notable Least Tern Trends in New York

No notable trend signals for Least Tern in New York. See the full index history below.

Least Tern Survey Routes in New York

Routes recording Least Tern in New York.
Huntington720111977
Jones Beach320061966
Westhampton120191967

Least Tern Population Trend in Other States

Source: USGS North American Breeding Bird Survey, retrieved 2026-05-22.