About the Laughing Gull
The Laughing Gull (Leucophaeus atricilla) 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 laugul 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 | Leucophaeus atricilla |
| Species Codes | laugul, LAGU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Laughing Gull belong to?
The Laughing Gull (Leucophaeus atricilla) belongs to the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Laughing Gull?
The Laughing 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 Laughing Gull sighting?
You can log sightings of Laughing Gull on eBird (ebird.org) using species code laugul, or on iNaturalist.