Slaty-backed Gull

Larus schistisagus

Least Concern

The Slaty-backed Gull is a gull, tern, or skimmer of East Asian coasts and islands. It feeds around water on fish, crustaceans, insects, carrion, or scraps; terns often plunge-dive, gulls patrol coasts and lakes, and skimmers cut the water surface with an elongated lower bill.

Family

Laridae

Group

Gulls, Terns, and Skimmers

Range

Slaty-backed Gull Range — Resident or seasonal range in East Asian coasts and islands

Population

≈ Unknown

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