(Anous minutus)
The black noddy has a length of 35–37 cm (14–15 in),a wingspan of 66–72 cm (26–28 in) and a weight of 98–144 g (3.5–5.1 oz).It has dark plumage and a pale crown.There is a small white crescent under each eye and a white spot above.It has long tapering wings and a truncated tail.The sharply-pointed bill is black as are the feet,which are fully webbed.