About the Hartlaub's Gull
The Hartlaub's Gull (Chroicocephalus hartlaubii) 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 hargul1 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 hartlaubii |
| Species Codes | hargul1, HAGU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hartlaub's Gull belong to?
The Hartlaub's Gull (Chroicocephalus hartlaubii) belongs to the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Hartlaub's Gull?
The Hartlaub'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 Hartlaub's Gull sighting?
You can log sightings of Hartlaub's Gull on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hargul1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers 105 species
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