The manu-o-Kū, also known as the white tern or fairy tern, is a small, all-white bird with a short, forked tail, dark eyes, and a thick, pointed black bill with a blue base. Males and females are identical in appearance. Named the official bird of the City & County of Honolulu, the manu-o-Kū can often be seen close to human activity, frequently around Honolulu city parks.

The map below shows birding trails where you might see this bird. Learn more by visiting our species profile page for manu-Ō-ku.