Audouin's Gull
Larus audouinii
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
78.9 cm
Weight
610.5 g
Family
Laridae
Order
Charadriiformes
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About
Audouin's Gull, 44–48 cm, is a Near Threatened Mediterranean endemic, breeding mainly in the western basin. Coral-red bill with black and yellow band, grey mantle. Primarily piscivore; forages at sea at dusk for anchovies. Population recovered from 1,000 to over 20,000 pairs; now threatened by fishing bycatch.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 78.9 cm | 31.1 in |
| Weight | 610.5 g | 21.53 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 26-33 days. Fledging: 35-40 days.
Clutch Size
1-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Larus |
| Species | Larus audouinii |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Audouin's Gull endangered?
The Audouin's Gull has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Audouin's Gull nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 26-33 days. Fledging: 35-40 days.
How big is the Audouin's Gull?
The Audouin's Gull has a wingspan of 78.9 cm, weight of 610.5 g.
What order and family does the Audouin's Gull belong to?
The Audouin's Gull (Larus audouinii) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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