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Yellow-legged Gull
Larus michahellis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
84.6 cm
Weight
1106.6666666666667 g
Family
Laridae
Order
Charadriiformes
About
Yellow-legged Gull, 52–68 cm, is the large gull of Mediterranean and Atlantic Iberian coasts. Yellow legs distinguish it from the pink-legged Herring Gull; darker grey mantle. Omnivore; highly adaptable — increasing in urban areas and landfills across southern Europe and North Africa.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 84.6 cm | 33.3 in |
| Weight | 1106.6666666666667 g | 39.04 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 26-30 days. Fledging: 42-49 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Larus |
| Species | Larus michahellis |
Distribution
Yellow-legged Gull has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Yellow-legged Gull endangered?
The Yellow-legged Gull has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Yellow-legged Gull nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 26-30 days. Fledging: 42-49 days.
How big is the Yellow-legged Gull?
The Yellow-legged Gull has a wingspan of 84.6 cm, weight of 1106.6666666666667 g.
What order and family does the Yellow-legged Gull belong to?
The Yellow-legged Gull (Larus michahellis) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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