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