Mediterranean Gull vs Dolphin Gull
Larus melanocephalus compared with Larus scoresbii
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Mediterranean Gull | Dolphin Gull |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Larus melanocephalus | Larus scoresbii |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Laridae | Laridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 60.5 cm (23.8 in) | 64.6 cm (25.4 in) |
| Weight | 282.5 g (9.96 oz) | 519.0 g (18.31 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-5 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Mediterranean Gull
Least Concern
Dolphin Gull
About These Birds
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.
Dolphin Gull
Dolphin Gull, 42–45 cm, is restricted to the coasts of southern South America, the Falkland Islands, and Tierra del Fuego. Adults have a blood-red bill and legs; plumage varies from grey to brownish with age. Scavenges on marine mammal placentas, carrion, and penguin colonies. Resident.