About the Brown-hooded Gull
The Brown-hooded Gull (Chroicocephalus maculipennis) 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 brhgul2 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 maculipennis |
| Species Codes | brhgul2, BHGU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown-hooded Gull belong to?
The Brown-hooded Gull (Chroicocephalus maculipennis) belongs to the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Brown-hooded Gull?
The Brown-hooded 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 Brown-hooded Gull sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown-hooded Gull on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brhgul2, or on iNaturalist.