About the White-eyed Gull
The white-eyed gull is a small gull that is endemic to the Red Sea. Its closest relative is the sooty gull. The species is classed as Least Concern by the IUCN; human pressure and oil pollution are deemed the major threats. As is the case with many gulls, it has traditionally been placed in the genus Larus.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers (Laridae) |
| Species | Ichthyaetus leucophthalmus |
| Species Codes | whegul2, WEGU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-eyed Gull belong to?
The White-eyed Gull (Ichthyaetus leucophthalmus) belongs to the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the White-eyed Gull?
The white-eyed gull is a small gull that is endemic to the Red Sea. Its closest relative is the sooty gull. The species is classed as Least Concern by the IUCN; human pressure and oil pollution are deemed the major threats. As is the case with many gulls, it has traditionally been placed in the genu...
Where can I report a White-eyed Gull sighting?
You can log sightings of White-eyed Gull on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whegul2, or on iNaturalist.
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