Vega Gull vs Aleutian Tern
Larus vegae compared with Onychoprion aleuticus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Vega Gull | Aleutian Tern |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Larus vegae | Onychoprion aleuticus |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Laridae | Laridae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 52.4 cm (20.6 in) |
| Weight | 1231.75 g (43.45 oz) | 104.88 g (3.70 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 1-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
Vega Gull
Vulnerable
Aleutian Tern
About These Birds
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.
Aleutian Tern
Aleutian Tern, 32–34 cm, breeds colonially in Alaska and Russian Far East, wintering in Southeast Asian waters — one of the most poorly tracked migrations among seabirds. Dark grey above, white below, black cap with white forehead. Piscivore; dives for small fish. Near Threatened.