Caspian Gull
Larus cachinnans
Least ConcernAves · Charadriiformes · Laridae
About
The Caspian gull 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'.
Fun Fact
Larus appears to have referred to a gull or other large seabird, and cachinnans means 'laughing', from cachinnare 'to laugh'.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Eat rodents such as ground squirrels, flying some distance into the steppes to find them.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance