Armenian Gull vs Aleutian Tern
Larus armenicus compared with Onychoprion aleuticus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Armenian Gull | Aleutian Tern |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Larus armenicus | Onychoprion aleuticus |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Laridae | Laridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 86.0 cm (33.9 in) | 52.4 cm (20.6 in) |
| Weight | 864.1666666666666 g (30.48 oz) | 104.88 g (3.70 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | 1-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Armenian Gull
Vulnerable
Aleutian Tern
About These Birds
Armenian Gull
Armenian Gull, 52–62 cm, breeds at mountain lakes in Turkey, Armenia, and Iran, wintering on Mediterranean coasts. Dark grey mantle, reddish orbital ring, yellow bill with red and black spot. Omnivore; forages at high-altitude lakes in summer and Mediterranean harbours in winter.
Aleutian Tern
Aleutian Tern, 32–34 cm, breeds colonially in Alaska and Russian Far East, wintering in Southeast Asian waters — one of the most poorly tracked migrations among seabirds. Dark grey above, white below, black cap with white forehead. Piscivore; dives for small fish. Near Threatened.