Atlantic White Tern vs Vega Gull
Gygis alba compared with Larus vegae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Atlantic White Tern | Vega Gull |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gygis alba | Larus vegae |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Laridae | Laridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 50.4 cm (19.8 in) | — |
| Weight | 138.0 g (4.87 oz) | 1231.75 g (43.45 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Atlantic White Tern only
None
Vega Gull only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Atlantic White Tern
Not Evaluated
Vega Gull
About These Birds
Atlantic White Tern
Atlantic White Tern: 28–33 cm, wingspan 76–87 cm, ethereally white seabird with blue-grey bill, blue orbital ring, and large dark eyes. Breeds on tropical Atlantic islands including Ascension and Saint Helena; related species widespread across the Indo-Pacific. Nests on bare branches with no nest material. Feeds on small fish near the surface.
Vega Gull
Vega Gull, 55–68 cm, breeds in Siberia and winters on Pacific coasts from Japan to China. Formerly considered a subspecies of Herring Gull; slightly darker grey mantle, pink-fleshed orbital ring. Omnivore; scavenges at ports and forages along rocky coasts. Migratory; common in East Asian harbours in winter.