Caspian Gull Larus cachinnans
Overview
Description
The Caspian gull (Larus cachinnans) 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'.1
Taxonomy
Charadriiformes > Laridae (Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers) > Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers
Sightings
Relevant Sightings
- 02-15-2025 - Flevoland, Netherlands (First Sighting / First and Best Photo)
- 02-15-2025 - Flevoland, Netherlands (Last Sighting)
Places Seen
- Flevoland, Netherlands
Media
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