Common Gull
Larus canus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="larus-canus"></birdfyi-bird>The Common Gull (Larus canus) is a bird species in the family Laridae (gulls & terns), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 70.2 cm and a weight of 431.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Common Gull, 40–46 cm, is a medium-sized gull breeding across boreal Europe and Asia, wintering on Atlantic and Pacific coasts. Smaller and more dove-like than Herring Gull; yellow-green bill without red spot. Omnivore; follows ploughs, forages on shorelines and playing fields. Partially migratory.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 70.2 cm | 27.6 in |
| Weight | 431.3333333333333 g | 15.21 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: HC. Incubation: 24-28 days. Fledging: 25-30 days.
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Larus |
| Species | Larus canus |
Distribution
Common Gull has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Laridae family