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Caspian Gull

Larus cachinnans

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Charadriiformes ›Family: Laridae ›Genus: Larus

About

The Caspian gull (taxon Larus cachinnans) is a large gull and a member of the herring and lesser black-backed gull complex. The scientific name is from Latin. Larus appears to have referred to a gull or other large seabird, and cachinnans means "laughing", from cachinnare, "to laugh".

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Caspian Gull?
The scientific name of Caspian Gull is Larus cachinnans.
What kingdom does Caspian Gull belong to?
Caspian Gull belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Caspian Gull belong to?
Caspian Gull belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Caspian Gull belong to?
Caspian Gull belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Caspian Gull belong to?
Caspian Gull belongs to the order Charadriiformes.
What family does Caspian Gull belong to?
Caspian Gull belongs to the family Laridae.
What genus does Caspian Gull belong to?
Caspian Gull belongs to the genus Larus.