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Heermann's Gull
Larus heermanni
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Near Threatened
Envergure
67,2 cm
Poids
448,26666666666665 g
Famille
Laridae
Ordre
Charadriiformes
À propos
Heermann's Gull, 46–51 cm, is distinctive — dark grey body, white head (breeding), red bill. Breeds almost entirely on Isla Rasa in the Gulf of California, then disperses north along the Pacific coast to British Columbia. Kleptoparasite; steals fish from Brown Pelicans. Near Threatened; range highly restricted.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 67,2 cm | 26.5 in |
| Poids | 448,26666666666665 g | 15.81 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Fledging: 45 days.
Taille de la couvée
1-2
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Larus |
| Espèces | Larus heermanni |
Distribution
Heermann's Gull has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Heermann's Gull endangered?
The Heermann's Gull has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Heermann's Gull nest?
Fledging: 45 days.
How big is the Heermann's Gull?
The Heermann's Gull has a wingspan of 67.2 cm, weight of 448.26666666666665 g.
What order and family does the Heermann's Gull belong to?
The Heermann's Gull (Larus heermanni) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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