Glaucous Gull
Larus hyperboreus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="larus-hyperboreus"></birdfyi-bird>The Glaucous Gull (Larus hyperboreus) is a bird species in the family Laridae (gulls & terns), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 92.6 cm and a weight of 1.9 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Glaucous Gull, 62–68 cm, is an imposing all-white Arctic gull — no dark markings on wing tips. Breeds across the High Arctic and ventures south in winter to both sides of the North Atlantic and Pacific. Predator and scavenger; preys on seabird eggs and chicks at colonies. Powerful aggressive kleptoparasite.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 92.6 cm | 36.5 in |
| Weight | 1933.3333333333333 g | 68.20 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: HC. Incubation: 26-30 days. Fledging: 48-49 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Larus |
| Species | Larus hyperboreus |
Distribution
Glaucous Gull has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Laridae family