White-eyed Gull vs Mediterranean Gull
Larus leucophthalmus compared with Larus melanocephalus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | White-eyed Gull | Mediterranean Gull |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Larus leucophthalmus | Larus melanocephalus |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Laridae | Laridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 64.4 cm (25.4 in) | 60.5 cm (23.8 in) |
| Weight | 343.3333333333333 g (12.11 oz) | 282.5 g (9.96 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-3 | 1-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
White-eyed Gull
Least Concern
Mediterranean Gull
About These Birds
White-eyed Gull
White-eyed Gull, 39–43 cm, is restricted to the Red Sea and adjacent Aden Gulf. Slender black bill, black hood, yellow-green eye-ring. Piscivore; forages in rocky coastal waters and at fishing harbours. Small range concentrated in politically sensitive areas; Near Threatened. Resident year-round.
Mediterranean Gull
Mediterranean Gull, 36–38 cm, has expanded dramatically since the 1970s, breeding across Europe from the Black Sea to Britain. Pure white body, jet-black hood in breeding plumage — the only gull with entirely white wingtips. Piscivore and invertivore; nests in colonies, often with Black-headed Gulls.