Mediterranean Gull vs Vega Gull
Larus melanocephalus compared with Larus vegae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Mediterranean Gull | Vega Gull |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Larus melanocephalus | Larus vegae |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Laridae | Laridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 60.5 cm (23.8 in) | — |
| Weight | 282.5 g (9.96 oz) | 1231.75 g (43.45 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-5 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Mediterranean Gull only
None
Vega Gull only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Mediterranean Gull
Not Evaluated
Vega 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.
Vega Gull
Vega Gull, 55–68 cm, breeds in Siberia and winters on Pacific coasts from Japan to China. Formerly considered a subspecies of Herring Gull; slightly darker grey mantle, pink-fleshed orbital ring. Omnivore; scavenges at ports and forages along rocky coasts. Migratory; common in East Asian harbours in winter.