Gulls, Terns and Skimmers in Seychelles

Learn about 6 birds from the Gulls, Terns and Skimmers family (Laridae) found in Seychelles. Includes 3 regular species and 3 vagrant visitors. Complete guide with photos and identification information.

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Common Tern

Common Tern

Sterna hirundo

Least Concern
Lesser Noddy

Lesser Noddy

Anous tenuirostris

Least Concern
Roseate Tern

Roseate Tern

Sterna dougallii

Least Concern

Vagrant Laridae Birds

Rare visitors that have been occasionally spotted in this area.

Black-headed Gull

Black-headed Gull

Larus ridibundus

Least Concern
Lesser Black-backed Gull

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

Least Concern
Little Tern

Little Tern

Sternula albifrons

Least Concern

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