About the Silver Gull
The Silver Gull (Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae) 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 silgul2 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 novaehollandiae |
| Species Codes | silgul2, SIGU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Silver Gull belong to?
The Silver Gull (Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae) belongs to the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Silver Gull?
The Silver 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 Silver Gull sighting?
You can log sightings of Silver Gull on eBird (ebird.org) using species code silgul2, or on iNaturalist.