Latin name:Gygis alba monte
Vietnamese Name:Nhàn trắng
Family:Laridae
Order:Lariformes
Class (Group):

Adult Characteristics:

The plumage is entirely white, except for a narrow black ring around the eyes. The primary wing feathers and tail feathers are dark brown. The eyes are brown. The beak is black with a blue base. The legs are yellow.

Measurements:

  • Wing length: 22 – 39 mm
  • Tail length: 105 – 111 mm
  • Tarsus length: 11 – 12 mm
  • Beak length: 360 mm

Distribution:

The species is found in the Indian Ocean.

Vietnam:

This species is present in Ba Ria province.