Arctic Herring Gull
Larus smithsonianus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="larus-smithsonianus"></birdfyi-bird>The Arctic Herring Gull (Larus smithsonianus) is a bird species in the family Laridae (gulls & terns), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 85.9 cm and a weight of 1.1 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Arctic Herring Gull, 55–66 cm, breeds across Arctic North America and winters on all coasts of the US. Formerly lumped with European Herring Gull; darker-eyed on average, slightly more northerly range. Omnivore and scavenger; abundant at fishing ports, dumps, and beaches in winter.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 85.9 cm | 33.8 in |
| Weight | 1108.0 g | 39.08 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 26-32 days. Fledging: 45-50 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Larus |
| Species | Larus smithsonianus |
Distribution
Arctic Herring Gull has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Laridae family