Short-billed Gull
Larus brachyrhynchus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="larus-brachyrhynchus"></birdfyi-bird>The Short-billed Gull (Larus brachyrhynchus) is a bird species in the family Laridae (gulls & terns), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a weight of 395 g.
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About
Short-billed Gull, 40–45 cm, breeds in interior Alaska and western Canada, wintering on the Pacific coast. Recently split from Common Gull; slightly smaller with a shorter bill and more rounded head. Omnivore; often inland on grasslands and agricultural fields during migration. Migratory.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 395.0 g | 13.93 oz |
Habitat & Range
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 22-28 days. Fledging: 25-32 days.
Clutch Size
1-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Larus |
| Species | Larus brachyrhynchus |
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Laridae family