Gulls, Terns and Skimmers in Philippines

Learn about 6 birds from the Gulls, Terns and Skimmers family (Laridae) found in Philippines. Includes 5 regular species and 1 vagrant visitors. Complete guide with photos and identification information.

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Black-headed Gull

Black-headed Gull

Larus ridibundus

Least Concern
Black-tailed Gull

Black-tailed Gull

Larus crassirostris

Least Concern
Common Tern

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

Least Concern
Little Tern

Little Tern

Sternula albifrons

Least Concern
Roseate Tern

Roseate Tern

Sterna dougallii

Least Concern

Vagrant Laridae Birds

Rare visitors that have been occasionally spotted in this area.

American Herring Gull

American Herring Gull

Larus smithsonianus

Least Concern

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