Laughing Gull Spotted in India

Context: 

The Laughing Gull, a North American bird, was discovered in Chithari Estuary in Kasaragod in Kerala, marking the first recorded instance of this species being observed in India.

Laughing Gull Spotted in Kasaragod, Kerala

  • e-Bird application: It played an important role in disseminating this finding.
    • It is a dedicated application to collecting scientific bird information.
  • Other Birds Found in Estuary: Lesser black-backed gull, slender-billed gull, brown-headed gull, great crested, lesser crested tern, Caspian tern etc.
  • Total Number of Bird Species: The discovery increases the total number of bird species found in India to 1,367, with Kasaragod district contributing 400 species.

About Laughing Gull (Leucophaeus Atricilla)

Laughing Gull

  • Name: The bird is known for its unique laughter-like calls, resembling human laughter.
  • Protection Status
    • IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern.
    • CITES and CMS Status: Not Evaluated
  • Range: They are most common on the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of North America, the Caribbean, Central America and northern South America.
  • Description: Smaller than typical seagulls, they have black beaks and legs, with dark wings setting them apart from other seagull species. 
    • Laughing gulls are monogamous and form long-term pair bonds.
  • Migration: During winter, these birds embark on migratory journeys, with occasional sightings along Africa’s southern coast. 
    • Its presence in Asia had been recorded only in countries such as Malaysia and the Philippines.
Also Read: Bird Sanctuaries In India

News Source: TH

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