Gulls and seagulls are seabirds of the subfamily Larinae. They are most closely related to terns and skimmers, distantly related to auks, and even more distantly related to waders.

Swoop into the world of seabirds and learn about the various types of seagull, from the majestic Herring Gull to the graceful Kittiwake.

If you’re like me, you’ll be surprised to find out that there is no specific bird called a “seagull!” Instead, gulls are a diverse family of birds with different habitats, ranges, and color patterns.

Oct 26, 2023 · Seagulls are a part of our lives. We see them, hear them, and sometimes even interact with them. Yet few people know much about these creatures other than the basics like they live near …

Nov 27, 2025 · Among the most tenacious and clever foragers on the planet, the seagull belongs to a family of birds that lives near the coast. There are more than 50 documented species found all over …

Nov 13, 2025 · gull, any of more than 40 species of heavily built web-footed seabirds of the gull and tern family Laridae (order Charadriiformes). Several genera are usually recognized for certain specialized …

Of the nine species of gulls regularly found in Florida, only Laughing Gulls breed here. Laughing Gulls are most common in coastal areas but are also found inland, including in urban areas. They nest in …

Often known as seagulls (though no species is actually called a seagull, and many are found far from the sea), they sometimes get a bad reputation for stealing chips. But gulls are intelligent, adaptable …

Oct 22, 2016 · Look for American Herring Gulls in winter along coasts and near large reservoirs, lakes, and major rivers.

Often considered nuisance birds, gulls thrive in urbanized coastal areas rich in food waste. This comprehensive guide provides identification tips, biology facts, and deterrent methods for mitigating …