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
| Huntington | 7 | 2011 | 1977 |
| Jones Beach | 3 | 2006 | 1966 |
| Westhampton | 1 | 2019 | 1967 |
Least Tern Population Trend in Other States
Source: USGS North American Breeding Bird Survey, retrieved 2026-05-22.