Based on 3,007 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Maryland, Laughing Gull is most often recorded in September; in Maryland it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #41 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull in Maryland by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in Maryland in September
Great Blue Heron
Common Yellowthroat
Bald Eagle
Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Double-crested Cormorant
Mallard
Northern Cardinal
American Goldfinch
Places to look in Maryland
State ParkWashington Monument State Park
State ParkPatapsco Valley State Park
State ParkSeneca Creek State Park
State ParkCalvert Cliffs State Park
State ParkSusquehanna State Park
State ParkGambrill State Park
FAQ
When does Laughing Gull appear in Maryland?
Mainly June–October, with the most records in September.
How common is Laughing Gull in Maryland?
It ranks #41 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Maryland (3,007 records in our sample).