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Laughing Gull
Larus atricilla
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Least Concern
Envergure
59,7 cm
Poids
307,3333333333333 g
Famille
Laridae
Ordre
Charadriiformes
À propos
Laughing Gull, 36–41 cm, is a medium-sized gull of Atlantic and Caribbean coasts, with a distinctive laughing call. Breeding adult has a full black hood, dark red bill. Omnivore; follows fishing boats, scavenges at beaches, steals prey from Brown Pelicans. Migratory; winters to northern South America.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 59,7 cm | 23.5 in |
| Poids | 307,3333333333333 g | 10.84 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Incubation: 24-28 days. Fledging: 35-42 days.
Taille de la couvée
2-3
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Larus |
| Espèces | Larus atricilla |
External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Laughing Gull endangered?
The Laughing Gull has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Laughing Gull nest?
Incubation: 24-28 days. Fledging: 35-42 days.
How big is the Laughing Gull?
The Laughing Gull has a wingspan of 59.7 cm, weight of 307.3333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Laughing Gull belong to?
The Laughing Gull (Larus atricilla) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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