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Birds in Libya

Libya is part of the Mediterranean belt, known for its unique biodiversity, encompassing a variety of habitats. From extended coastlines to vast deserts and rugged mountains, this ecological diversity makes it home to many bird species, including resident birds that breed and live year-round, as well as migratory birds that stop in Libya during their long journeys between Europe and Africa.

Birds Recorded in Libya:

359
Types
188
Genera
69
Families
25
Orders

This reflects the richness and diversity of natural habitats. These birds play vital roles in maintaining ecological balance and contribute to processes such as pollination, insect control, and seed dispersal, making the study and understanding of these species essential for protecting local biodiversity.

This list aims to document and identify the different species observed and recorded in the country, supported by scientific studies and field observations. Through this work, we seek to raise awareness about the importance of conserving these birds and their habitats, and to highlight the challenges they face due to environmental changes and human activities.

Bird List

Rissa tridactyla
Chroicocephalus genei
Chroicocephalus ridibundus
Hydrocoloeus minutus
Leucophaeus pipixcan
Ichthyaetus melanocephalus
Ichthyaetus audouinii
Ichthyaetus ichthyaetus
Larus canus
Larus michahellis
Larus armenicus
Larus cachinnans
Onychoprion anaethetus
Sternula albifrons
Larus argentatus
Gelochelidon nilotica
Hydroprogne caspia
Chlidonias hybrida
Chlidonias niger
Chlidonias leucopterus
Thalasseus sandvicensis
Thalasseus bengalensis
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