Brown-headed Gull vs Lava Gull
Larus brunnicephalus compared with Larus fuliginosus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Brown-headed Gull | Lava Gull |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Larus brunnicephalus | Larus fuliginosus |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Laridae | Laridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 66.8 cm (26.3 in) | 68.2 cm (26.9 in) |
| Weight | 584.0 g (20.60 oz) | 380.0 g (13.40 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-4 | 1-2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Brown-headed Gull
Vulnerable
Lava Gull
About These Birds
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.
Lava Gull
Lava Gull, 52–55 cm, is the world's rarest gull — only ~800–1,000 individuals exist, all on the Galápagos Islands. Sooty grey overall, white eyelids, red bill and feet. Scavenges at fishing ports and seal colonies; omnivore. Restricted range makes it highly vulnerable to any environmental change.