Belcher's Gull
Belcher's Gull (<em>Larus belcheri</em>) is a species of Gulls, Terns, Skimmers (<em>Laridae</em>) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.
Overview
Belcher's Gull (Larus belcheri) is a species of Gulls, Terns, Skimmers (Laridae) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Larus; binomial: Larus belcheri; authority: Vigors, 1829.
Distribution
Breeding range: South America. Non-breeding range: some move to coasts of n Ecuador and c Chile.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Change English name of Larus belcheri from Band-tailed Gull to Belcher's Gull to follow changes by AOU (NACC; SACC 60).
