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Slaty-backed Gull
Larus schistisagus
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Least Concern
Flügelspannweite
87,0 cm
Gewicht
1280,5 g
Familie
Laridae
Ordnung
Charadriiformes
Über uns
Slaty-backed Gull, 55–68 cm, breeds on coasts and cliffs of the Russian Far East, wintering south to Japan and occasionally the US Pacific coast. Dark slate-grey mantle, pink legs, 'string of pearls' white mirrors on outer wing. Omnivore; scavenges at fishing ports in East Asian harbours.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 87,0 cm | 34.3 in |
| Gewicht | 1280,5 g | 45.17 oz |
Habitat & Range
Erhaltungsstatus
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Verhalten & Brutverhalten
Nistverhalten
Incubation: 28-30 days. Fledging: 40-45 days.
Gelegegröße
1-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Charadriiformes (Watvögel und Möwen) |
| Familie | Laridae (Möwen und Seeschwalben) |
| Genus | Larus |
| Arten | Larus schistisagus |
Distribution
Slaty-backed Gull has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Vorhanden
Not recorded
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External Databases
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Is the Slaty-backed Gull endangered?
The Slaty-backed Gull has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Slaty-backed Gull nest?
Incubation: 28-30 days. Fledging: 40-45 days.
How big is the Slaty-backed Gull?
The Slaty-backed Gull has a wingspan of 87.0 cm, weight of 1280.5 g.
What order and family does the Slaty-backed Gull belong to?
The Slaty-backed Gull (Larus schistisagus) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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