laughing gull

The 'laughing gull' is named for its distinctive laugh-like call and is commonly found along the Atlantic coast of North America.

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Definition

B2Ornithology

(technical)A medium-sized gull (Leucophaeus atricilla) with a black head during the breeding season and a laugh-like call.

Example

  • The laughing gull is easily recognized by its black head and raucous call during the breeding season.

B1General

A bird found in coastal areas of North and South America, known for its loud, laugh-like vocalizations.

Example

  • We saw a flock of laughing gulls while walking along the beach.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "laughing gull":

common gullherring gullmew gullsea lark