Armenian Gull
Larus armenicus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="larus-armenicus"></birdfyi-bird>The Armenian Gull (Larus armenicus) is a bird species in the family Laridae (gulls & terns), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 86 cm and a weight of 864.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
Armenian Gull, 52–62 cm, breeds at mountain lakes in Turkey, Armenia, and Iran, wintering on Mediterranean coasts. Dark grey mantle, reddish orbital ring, yellow bill with red and black spot. Omnivore; forages at high-altitude lakes in summer and Mediterranean harbours in winter.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 86,0 cm | 33.9 in |
| Poids | 864,1666666666666 g | 30.48 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 29 days. Fledging: 38 days.
Taille de la couvée
2-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Larus |
| Espèces | Larus armenicus |
Distribution
Armenian Gull has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Laridae family