Western Gull
Larus occidentalis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="larus-occidentalis"></birdfyi-bird>The Western Gull (Larus occidentalis) is a bird species in the family Laridae (gulls & terns), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 79.5 cm and a weight of 957.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Western Gull, 55–68 cm, is the dominant large gull on the US Pacific coast from Washington to Baja California. Dark-mantled with pink legs, yellow bill with red spot. Omnivore; breeds on offshore islands, scavenges at harbours and landfills. Non-migratory; resident along its breeding coast.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 79.5 cm | 31.3 in |
| Weight | 957.5 g | 33.77 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 23-28 days. Fledging: 42 days.
Clutch Size
1-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Larus |
| Species | Larus occidentalis |
Distribution
Western Gull has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Laridae family