Hartlaub's Gull
Larus hartlaubii
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<birdfyi-bird slug="larus-hartlaubii"></birdfyi-bird>The Hartlaub's Gull (Larus hartlaubii) is a bird species in the family Laridae (gulls & terns), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 54 cm and a weight of 287.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Hartlaub's Gull, 38–40 cm, is endemic to the Benguela Current coast of Namibia and South Africa. White with grey mantle, dark red bill. Resident; forages on beaches, at harbours, and over cold upwelling waters for fish offal and marine invertebrates. Population stable but range restricted.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 54.0 cm | 21.3 in |
| Weight | 287.5 g | 10.14 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 25 days. Fledging: 40 days.
Clutch Size
1-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Larus |
| Species | Larus hartlaubii |
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