Indian Subcontinent Birds
64 bird species -: 20 Critically Endangered
Arctic Jaeger
Stercorarius parasiticus
Discover the Arctic Jaeger (Stercorarius parasiticus), a fascinating seabird known for its kleptoparasitic behavior. Learn about its habitat, diet, and biology.
41-46 cm
1,904
Seabirds
Least Concern
Arctic Tern
Sterna paradisaea
Discover the Arctic Tern (Sterna paradisaea), the champion of migration. Learn about its unique physical traits, global habitat, diet, and nesting habits today.
33-39 cm
1,294
Seabirds
Least Concern
black headed gull
Larus ridibundus
Learn all about the Black-headed Gull (Chroicocephalus ridibundus). Discover its habitat, diet, breeding habits, and identification tips for birdwatchers.
35-39 cm
4,181
Seabirds
Black Tern
Chlidonias niger
Discover the Black Tern (Chlidonias niger), a unique marsh-dwelling seabird. Learn about its striking black plumage, migratory habits, diet, and nesting behavior.
23-28 cm
1,776
Seabirds
Black-bellied Tern
Sterna acuticauda
Discover the Black-bellied Tern (Sterna acuticauda), a critically endangered riverine bird. Learn about its habitat, diet, physical traits, and conservation needs.
32-34 cm
1,814
Seabirds
Black-legged Kittiwake
Rissa tridactyla
Discover the Black-legged Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla). Learn about this unique seabird's habitat, physical appearance, diet, and nesting behaviors in our guide.
38-42 cm
922
Seabirds
Black-naped Tern
Sterna sumatrana
Discover the Black-naped Tern (Sterna sumatrana), a sleek tropical seabird. Learn about its habitat, diet, physical traits, and expert tips for birdwatchers.
30-32 cm
1,845
Seabirds
Bridled Tern
Onychoprion anaethetus
Discover the Bridled Tern (Onychoprion anaethetus), a graceful tropical seabird. Learn about its habitat, diet, identification, and nesting habits in our guide.
30-32 cm
1,984
Seabirds
Least Concern
Brown Booby
Sula leucogaster
Discover the Brown Booby (Sula leucogaster). Learn about this distinct seabird's physical traits, diet, nesting habits, and the best tips for spotting them in the wild.
64-85 cm
1,691
Seabirds
Least Concern
brown headed gull
Larus brunnicephalus
Discover the Brown-headed Gull (Chroicocephalus brunnicephalus). Learn about its migratory habits, physical features, and coastal habitats in this expert guide.
41-45 cm
2,728
Seabirds
Brown Noddy
Anous stolidus
Discover the Brown Noddy (Anous stolidus), a unique tropical seabird. Learn about its habitat, diet, physical traits, breeding habits, and expert birding tips.
38-45 cm
1,849
Seabirds
caspian gull
Larus cachinnans
Learn about the Caspian Gull (Larus cachinnans). Explore its physical traits, habitat, diet, and behavior in this expert birdwatching guide.
55-67 cm
2,947
Seabirds
Caspian Tern
Hydroprogne caspia
Discover the Caspian Tern (Hydroprogne caspia), the world's largest tern species. Learn about their habitat, diet, breeding habits, and expert birding tips.
48-60 cm
1,933
Seabirds
Vulnerable
christmas island frigatebird
Fregata andrewsi
Discover the Christmas Island Frigatebird, a critically endangered seabird known for its massive wingspan, red gular sac, and unique kleptoparasitic behavior.
89-100 cm
3,321
Seabirds
Common Gull-billed Tern
Gelochelidon nilotica
Discover the Common Gull-billed Tern (Gelochelidon nilotica). Learn about its unique physical traits, coastal habitat, diet, and expert tips for birdwatchers.
33-43 cm
152
Seabirds
Common Tern
Sterna hirundo
Discover the Common Tern (Sterna hirundo), a graceful seabird. Learn about its physical appearance, nesting habits, diet, and tips for successful birdwatching.
31-35 cm
1,839
Seabirds
Common White Tern
Gygis candida
Discover the Common White Tern (Gygis candida), a stunning seabird. Learn about its unique appearance, nesting habits, diet, and tips for spotting this bird.
28-33 cm
1,738
Seabirds
Near Threatened
dalmatian pelican
Pelecanus crispus
Discover the Dalmatian pelican, the world's largest freshwater bird. Learn about its habitat, diet, physical traits, and conservation efforts in this guide.
160-180 cm
5,001
Seabirds
flesh footed shearwater
Ardenna carneipes
Learn about the flesh-footed shearwater (Ardenna carneipes), a unique seabird known for its pink feet, deep-diving skills, and long-distance migrations.
40-45 cm
3,174
Seabirds
Least Concern
great cormorant
Phalacrocorax carbo
Learn about the Great Cormorant (Phalacrocorax carbo). Discover its habitat, diet, and unique diving behaviors in this comprehensive guide for bird enthusiasts.
80-100 cm
4,439
Seabirds
Great Frigatebird
Fregata minor
Discover the Great Frigatebird (Fregata minor), a striking seabird known for its massive wingspan and vibrant red gular pouch. Learn about its habitat, diet, and unique behavior.
85-105 cm
1,936
Seabirds
Least Concern
great white pelican
Pelecanus onocrotalus
Learn about the Great White Pelican (Pelecanus onocrotalus). Explore its massive size, unique fishing habits, and habitat across Europe, Asia, and Africa.
140-175 cm
4,286
Seabirds
Greater Crested Tern
Thalasseus bergii
Explore the world of the Greater Crested Tern (Thalasseus bergii). Our expert guide covers its physical traits, breeding habits, and where to spot them.
45-49 cm
1,902
Seabirds