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Silver Gull
Larus novaehollandiae
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Least Concern
Envergure
55,5 cm
Poids
285,3333333333333 g
Famille
Laridae
Ordre
Charadriiformes
À propos
Silver Gull, 36–44 cm, is Australia's most familiar gull, present year-round on all coasts and increasingly inland. White body, grey mantle, red bill and legs. Opportunistic omnivore; thrives on human food waste and follows fishing boats. Expanding range inland as irrigation provides new habitat.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 55,5 cm | 21.9 in |
| Poids | 285,3333333333333 g | 10.06 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: HC. Incubation: 21-27 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 novaehollandiae |
External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Silver Gull endangered?
The Silver Gull has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Silver Gull nest?
Nest type: HC. Incubation: 21-27 days.
How big is the Silver Gull?
The Silver Gull has a wingspan of 55.5 cm, weight of 285.3333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Silver Gull belong to?
The Silver Gull (Larus novaehollandiae) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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