Australian Gull-billed Tern vs Brown-headed Gull
Gelochelidon macrotarsa compared with Larus brunnicephalus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Australian Gull-billed Tern | Brown-headed Gull |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gelochelidon macrotarsa | Larus brunnicephalus |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Laridae | Laridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 61.1 cm (24.1 in) | 66.8 cm (26.3 in) |
| Weight | 246.66666666666666 g (8.70 oz) | 584.0 g (20.60 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 1-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Australian Gull-billed Tern only
None
Brown-headed Gull only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Australian Gull-billed Tern
Least Concern
Brown-headed Gull
About These Birds
Australian Gull-billed Tern
Australian Gull-billed Tern, 38–42 cm, is a large, heavy-billed tern endemic to Australia, breeding in arid inland wetlands. Pale grey above, white below, with a robust black bill. Takes insects, small reptiles, and crabs rather than diving for fish. Nomadic in response to inland rainfall.
Brown-headed Gull
Brown-headed Gull, 41–46 cm, breeds at high-altitude Tibetan lakes and Central Asian wetlands, wintering on coasts from India to Southeast Asia. Brown hood in breeding plumage; white wing mirrors. Piscivore and invertivore; follows fishing activity in coastal bays.