pilarilla
Pilarilla is a genus of small seabirds endemic to the coastal regions of the western Indian Ocean, particularly around Madagascar and the Comoros Islands. Members of this genus are part of the family Laridae, which includes gulls and terns. Pilarillas are characterized by their slender bodies, long wings, and pointed beaks, adaptations that facilitate their aerial foraging behavior.
These birds typically inhabit sandy beaches, rocky shores, and low-lying islands where they forage for invertebrates,
The species within the pilarilla genus show a degree of sexual dimorphism, with males often being slightly
As seabirds, pilarillas play a role in their ecosystem by helping control populations of small marine organisms
There is limited comprehensive research specifically focused on pilarillas, and ongoing studies aim to better understand