Belcher's Gull

Larus belcheri
Order
Charadriiformes
Codes
belgul, BEGU

About the Belcher's Gull

The Belcher's Gull (Larus belcheri) is a species of bird in the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 105 recognized species worldwide.

Use the eBird species code belgul when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.

Taxonomy & Classification

KingdomAnimalia
PhylumChordata
ClassAves
OrderCharadriiformes
FamilyGulls, Terns, and Skimmers (Laridae)
SpeciesLarus belcheri
Species Codesbelgul, BEGU

Frequently Asked Questions

What family does the Belcher's Gull belong to?

The Belcher's Gull (Larus belcheri) belongs to the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), in the order Charadriiformes.

How can I identify the Belcher's Gull?

The Belcher's Gull is a member of the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.

Where can I report a Belcher's Gull sighting?

You can log sightings of Belcher's Gull on eBird (ebird.org) using species code belgul, or on iNaturalist.