Mediterranean Gull vs Forster's Tern
Larus melanocephalus comparé à Sterna forsteri
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | Mediterranean Gull | Forster's Tern |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Larus melanocephalus | Sterna forsteri |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Famille | Laridae | Laridae |
| Statut de conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Longueur | — | — |
| Envergure | 60,5 cm (23.8 in) | 50,5 cm (19.9 in) |
| Poids | 282,5 g (9.96 oz) | 151,25 g (5.34 oz) |
| Régime alimentaire | -- | -- |
| Taille de la couvée | 1-5 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Habitats partagés
Mediterranean Gull only
Forster's Tern only
Aucun(e)
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
Mediterranean Gull
Least Concern
Forster's Tern
About These Birds
Mediterranean Gull
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.
Forster's Tern
Forster's Tern, 33–36 cm, breeds in interior North American marshes and winters along both US coasts and into Mexico. Distinctive frosted silver upperparts and orange-based bill. In non-breeding plumage, shows a black eye-mask. Piscivore; hovers and plunge-dives in coastal bays and lagoons.