Yellow-footed Gull vs Mediterranean Gull
Larus livens compared with Larus melanocephalus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Yellow-footed Gull | Mediterranean Gull |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Larus livens | Larus melanocephalus |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Laridae | Laridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 80.7 cm (31.8 in) | 60.5 cm (23.8 in) |
| Weight | 1295.0 g (45.68 oz) | 282.5 g (9.96 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 1-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Yellow-footed Gull only
None
Mediterranean Gull only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Yellow-footed Gull
Least Concern
Mediterranean Gull
About These Birds
Yellow-footed Gull
Yellow-footed Gull, 53–58 cm, has a very restricted range — endemic to the Gulf of California with post-breeding dispersal to Salton Sea. Yellow feet (unique among large western gulls), yellow bill with red spot. Piscivore and scavenger; forages on rocky shores. Resident; does not undertake long migrations.
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.