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Mediterranean Gull
Larus melanocephalus
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Least Concern
Envergure
60,5 cm
Poids
282,5 g
Famille
Laridae
Ordre
Charadriiformes
À propos
Mediterranean Gull, 36–38 cm, has expanded dramatically since the 1970s, breeding across Europe from the Black Sea to Britain. Pure white body, jet-black hood in breeding plumage — the only gull with entirely white wingtips. Piscivore and invertivore; nests in colonies, often with Black-headed Gulls.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 60,5 cm | 23.8 in |
| Poids | 282,5 g | 9.96 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 23-26 days. Fledging: 35-40 days.
Taille de la couvée
1-5
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Larus |
| Espèces | Larus melanocephalus |
External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Mediterranean Gull endangered?
The Mediterranean Gull has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Mediterranean Gull nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 23-26 days. Fledging: 35-40 days.
How big is the Mediterranean Gull?
The Mediterranean Gull has a wingspan of 60.5 cm, weight of 282.5 g.
What order and family does the Mediterranean Gull belong to?
The Mediterranean Gull (Larus melanocephalus) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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