About the Relict Gull
The relict gull or Central Asian gull is a medium-sized gull. It was believed to be an eastern race of the Mediterranean gull until 1971 and was traditionally placed in the genus Larus.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers (Laridae) |
| Species | Ichthyaetus relictus |
| Species Codes | relgul2, REGU |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Relict Gull belong to?
The Relict Gull (Ichthyaetus relictus) belongs to the Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers family (Laridae), in the order Charadriiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Relict Gull?
The Relict Gull is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Relict Gull?
The relict gull or Central Asian gull is a medium-sized gull. It was believed to be an eastern race of the Mediterranean gull until 1971 and was traditionally placed in the genus Larus....
Where can I report a Relict Gull sighting?
You can log sightings of Relict Gull on eBird (ebird.org) using species code relgul2, or on iNaturalist.
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