Relict Gull
Relict Gull
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The Relict Gull is a rare and localized medium-sized gull of Central Asia, distinguished by its black hood, white eye-ring, and dark red bill. It is considered vulnerable.
Where to spot
Breeds in scattered colonies on islands in saline lakes of Kazakhstan, Mongolia, and parts of China. Winters along coastal East Asia, notably South Korea and Vietnam.
How to spot
Look for its black hood contrasting with a prominent white eye-ring and dark red bill (in breeding plumage). Its preference for inland saline lakes during breeding is unique.
When to spot
Best observed during the breeding season (spring-summer) in its specific inland lake habitats or during winter along East Asian coasts.
Where to spot
Breeds in scattered colonies on islands in saline lakes of Kazakhstan, Mongolia, and parts of China. Winters along coastal East Asia, notably South Korea and Vietnam.
How to spot
Look for its black hood contrasting with a prominent white eye-ring and dark red bill (in breeding plumage). Its preference for inland saline lakes during breeding is unique.
When to spot
Best observed during the breeding season (spring-summer) in its specific inland lake habitats or during winter along East Asian coasts.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This gull breeds in colonies on islands in saline lakes of arid steppes, a highly specialized and vulnerable habitat, underscoring its unique ecological niche.
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