Caspian Gull

Ichthyaetus ichthyaetus

The Caspian Gull is a large, robust gull with a white head, neck, and underparts, and a slate-gray back and wings. It has a yellow bill with a red spot near the tip, and its legs are pink. This gull is known for its loud calls and is often found in large flocks near water bodies. It is an opportunistic feeder, consuming a variety of food including fish, insects, and scavenged items. The Caspian Gull breeds around the Caspian and Black Seas, and winters in the eastern Mediterranean and southern Asia. It is a highly adaptable species, often seen in urban and coastal areas.

Habitat: Coastal areas, wetlands, and urban environments