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Heermann's Gull
Larus heermanni
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
67.2 cm
Weight
448.26666666666665 g
Family
Laridae
Order
Charadriiformes
About
Heermann's Gull, 46–51 cm, is distinctive — dark grey body, white head (breeding), red bill. Breeds almost entirely on Isla Rasa in the Gulf of California, then disperses north along the Pacific coast to British Columbia. Kleptoparasite; steals fish from Brown Pelicans. Near Threatened; range highly restricted.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 67.2 cm | 26.5 in |
| Weight | 448.26666666666665 g | 15.81 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Fledging: 45 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Larus |
| Species | Larus heermanni |
Distribution
Heermann's Gull has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Heermann's Gull endangered?
The Heermann's Gull has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Heermann's Gull nest?
Fledging: 45 days.
How big is the Heermann's Gull?
The Heermann's Gull has a wingspan of 67.2 cm, weight of 448.26666666666665 g.
What order and family does the Heermann's Gull belong to?
The Heermann's Gull (Larus heermanni) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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