The Little Gull is a small species of gull that is found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is the smallest of all gulls, measuring only about 30 cm in length. Its wingspan is around 60 cm and it has a white head, neck, and underparts, with a black hood and back. It is a migratory species, breeding in northern Europe and Asia and wintering in southern Europe, Africa, and India. The scientific name for the Little Gull is Hydrocoloeus minutus, and its common name is derived from its small size. The term TERN is also used to refer to this species, as it is a member of the TERN family.