An introduction to Tern Island in the
French Frigate Shoals. At one time, Tern
Island was used as an aircraft refueling
station. Now it is a seabird nesting ground.
Photo Credit: Forest and Kim Starr (USGS)
Tern Island
Information about Tern Island wildlife
and history, plus a photo gallery
and related resources.
History of Tern Island
A paper produced by the Pacific Ocean
Biological Survey Program at the
Smithsonian Institute in Washington DC.
Tern Island Articles by Susan Scott
These Tern Island articles were written by Susan Scott
for her weekly "Ocean Watch" column in the
Honolulu Star Bulletin Newspaper.