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Ross's Gull
Rhodostethia rosea
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Least Concern
Envergure
50,2 cm
Poids
185,0 g
Famille
Laridae
Ordre
Charadriiformes
À propos
Ross's Gull, 29–32 cm, is a delicate Arctic gull breeding in Siberian tundra, with its winter range largely unknown — possibly far out in the pack ice. Rosy flush to underparts in breeding plumage; wedge-shaped tail; black neck ring. Feeds on invertebrates and small fish along ice edges.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 50,2 cm | 19.8 in |
| Poids | 185,0 g | 6.53 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Incubation: 19-22 days.
Taille de la couvée
1-3
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Rhodostethia |
| Espèces | Rhodostethia rosea |
Distribution
Ross's Gull has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Ross's Gull endangered?
The Ross's Gull has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Ross's Gull nest?
Incubation: 19-22 days.
How big is the Ross's Gull?
The Ross's Gull has a wingspan of 50.2 cm, weight of 185.0 g.
What order and family does the Ross's Gull belong to?
The Ross's Gull (Rhodostethia rosea) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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