Black-tailed Gull vs Mongolian Gull
Larus crassirostris compared with Larus mongolicus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-tailed Gull | Mongolian Gull |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Larus crassirostris | Larus mongolicus |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Laridae | Laridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 72.8 cm (28.7 in) | — |
| Weight | 675.0 g (23.81 oz) | 1163.75 g (41.05 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-tailed Gull
Not Evaluated
Mongolian Gull
About These Birds
Black-tailed Gull
Black-tailed Gull, 44–48 cm, is common on East Asian coasts from Russia to China, Japan, and Korea. Grey mantle, white body, yellow bill with red spot and black subterminal band, yellow legs. Omnivore; very vocal, known as the 'cat gull' for its mewing calls. Migratory; winters south to Vietnam.
Mongolian Gull
Mongolian Gull, 55–65 cm, breeds at high-altitude lakes in Mongolia and winters on coasts of China, Korea, and Japan. Pale grey mantle, pink orbital ring, yellow bill. Recently recognised as a full species, split from the Herring Gull complex. Omnivore; forages at inland lakes and coastal estuaries.