Atlantic White Tern vs Kelp Gull
Gygis alba comparé à Larus dominicanus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | Atlantic White Tern | Kelp Gull |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Gygis alba | Larus dominicanus |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Famille | Laridae | Laridae |
| Statut de conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Longueur | — | — |
| Envergure | 50,4 cm (19.8 in) | 80,4 cm (31.7 in) |
| Poids | 138,0 g (4.87 oz) | 955,8333333333334 g (33.72 oz) |
| Régime alimentaire | -- | -- |
| Taille de la couvée | 1 | 1-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
Atlantic White Tern
Least Concern
Kelp Gull
About These Birds
Atlantic White Tern
Atlantic White Tern: 28–33 cm, wingspan 76–87 cm, ethereally white seabird with blue-grey bill, blue orbital ring, and large dark eyes. Breeds on tropical Atlantic islands including Ascension and Saint Helena; related species widespread across the Indo-Pacific. Nests on bare branches with no nest material. Feeds on small fish near the surface.
Kelp Gull
Kelp Gull, 54–65 cm, is the dominant large gull of the Southern Hemisphere, found on all sub-Antarctic and southern temperate coasts. Jet-black back, white body, yellow bill with red spot. Omnivore; forages on rocky shores, follows fishing boats, and preys on penguin eggs. Resident and sedentary.