6,051 observationsLeast Concern
Grey-hooded Gull
Chroicocephalus cirrocephalus
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Chordata βΊClass: Aves βΊOrder: Charadriiformes βΊFamily: Laridae βΊGenus: Chroicocephalus
About
The grey-headed gull (Chroicocephalus cirrocephalus), also known as the grey-hooded gull, is a small gull which breeds patchily in South America and Africa south of the Sahara. It is not truly migratory, but is more widespread in winter. This species has occurred as a rare vagrant to North America, Italy and Spain. As is the case with many gulls, it has traditionally been placed in the genus Larus.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Grey-hooded Gull is Chroicocephalus cirrocephalus.
- The Grey-hooded Gull has a conservation status of Least Concern.
- Grey-hooded Gull belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Grey-hooded Gull belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Grey-hooded Gull belongs to the class Aves.
- Grey-hooded Gull belongs to the order Charadriiformes.
- Grey-hooded Gull belongs to the family Laridae.
- Grey-hooded Gull belongs to the genus Chroicocephalus.