European Herring Gull
Larus argentatus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="larus-argentatus"></birdfyi-bird>The European Herring Gull (Larus argentatus) is a bird species in the family Laridae (gulls & terns), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 86.2 cm and a weight of 1.1 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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European Herring Gull, 55–67 cm, wingspan 125–155 cm, is the archetypal large gull of Atlantic Europe. Silver-grey mantle, white body, yellow bill with red spot, pink legs. Omnivore; scavenges in cities and harbours; drops molluscs to crack shells. Partially migratory; declining in recent decades.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 86.2 cm | 33.9 in |
| Weight | 1110.0 g | 39.15 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 26-32 days. Fledging: 45-50 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Larus |
| Species | Larus argentatus |
Distribution
European Herring Gull has been recorded in 9 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Laridae family