About the Bonaparte's Gull
The Bonaparte's Gull (Chroicocephalus philadelphia) 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 bongul when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers (Laridae) |
| Species | Chroicocephalus philadelphia |
| Species Codes | bongul, BOGU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bonaparte's Gull belong to?
The Bonaparte's Gull (Chroicocephalus philadelphia) belongs to the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Bonaparte's Gull?
The Bonaparte'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 Bonaparte's Gull sighting?
You can log sightings of Bonaparte's Gull on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bongul, or on iNaturalist.