Wildlife Conservation Efforts

Eurasian Little Gull spotted in Delhi for first time

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From UPSC perspective, the following things are important :

Prelims level: Eurasian Little Gull

Why in the News?

For the first time, the Eurasian Little Gull was spotted in the National Capital Region (NCR) near Sultanpur National Park at Chandu.

About the Eurasian Little Gull:

Details
Overview and Physical Characteristics
  • Scientific Name: Larus minutus
  • Common Name: Eurasian Little Gull
  • Size: 30-33 cm in length, wingspan 75-85 cm; Weight: 70–150 grams
Habitat and Features
  • Breeding Habitat: Marshy wetlands, shallow freshwater lakes, and estuaries in Northern Eurasia (Russia, Eastern Europe).
  • Winter Migration: Offshore waters, coastal areas, and estuaries around the Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea, and Caspian Sea.
  • Migratory Pattern: Migrations from northern breeding grounds to warmer regions in winter.
Conservation Status
  • Conservation Status: Classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
  • Rare sightings of the species in India, particularly inland regions like NCR.

 

PYQ:

[2020] With reference to India’s biodiversity Ceylon frogmouth, Coppersmith barbet, Gray-chinned minivet and White-throated redstart are-

(a) Birds

(b) Primates

(c) Reptiles

(d) Amphibians

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