Dolphin Gull

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Dolphin Gull (<em>Leucophaeus scoresbii</em>) is a species of Gulls, Terns, Skimmers (<em>Laridae</em>) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.

Overview

Dolphin Gull (Leucophaeus scoresbii) is a species of Gulls, Terns, Skimmers (Laridae) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Leucophaeus; binomial: Leucophaeus scoresbii; authority: (Traill, 1823).

Distribution

Breeding range: South America. Non-breeding range: some move n on coasts.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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