White-eyed Gull
Larus leucophthalmus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="larus-leucophthalmus"></birdfyi-bird>The White-eyed Gull (Larus leucophthalmus) is a bird species in the family Laridae (gulls & terns), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 64.4 cm and a weight of 343.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
White-eyed Gull, 39–43 cm, is restricted to the Red Sea and adjacent Aden Gulf. Slender black bill, black hood, yellow-green eye-ring. Piscivore; forages in rocky coastal waters and at fishing harbours. Small range concentrated in politically sensitive areas; Near Threatened. Resident year-round.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 64.4 cm | 25.4 in |
| Weight | 343.3333333333333 g | 12.11 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC.
Clutch Size
1-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Larus |
| Species | Larus leucophthalmus |
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Laridae family