Sooty Gull

Ichthyaetus Hemprichii

Order:

Charadriiformes

Family:

Laridae

Size:

45 to 50 centimeters (18 to 20 inches)

Weight:

400 to 600 grams (14 to 21 ounces)

Taxonomy:

Jean Cabanis in 1852

Short Description:

The Sooty Gull (Larus hemprichii) is a coastal bird found in Pakistan, primarily along the southern coastline bordering the Arabian Sea. It typically inhabits sandy beaches, estuaries, and coastal lagoons.

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Sooty Gulls are commonly spotted along the coasts of Karachi, Balochistan, and other coastal areas of Pakistan. They are known to frequent both natural habitats and areas influenced by human activity, such as fishing harbors and coastal towns.

These gulls are opportunistic feeders, often scavenging for food along the shoreline. They primarily consume fish, crustaceans, and other marine invertebrates. Sooty Gulls are known for their distinctive vocalizations, which include various calls and squawks used for communication and territory defense.