Common Terns - The Conversation

Two common terns meet mid-moment, their sharp calls and poised movement cutting cleanly against the deep blue beyond.

Set against rich blue water, these birds create a lively exchange that feels almost conversational. Their bright beaks and alert posture draw the eye straight to the interaction, capturing the restless energy often found along the Island’s shoreline when seabirds gather and patrol the coast.

This image celebrates the animated side of coastal wildlife, where movement and connection unfold in an instant. It brings life and motion into a space, offering a reminder of salt air, open water, and the watchful rhythm of shorebirds.

Hangs well in: living rooms, offices, hallways, studies, or any space that benefits from visual energy and a crisp coastal focal point.

Photographed by Leona Arsenault