Kelp Gull
Larus dominicanus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="larus-dominicanus"></birdfyi-bird>The Kelp Gull (Larus dominicanus) is a bird species in the family Laridae (gulls & terns), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 80.4 cm and a weight of 955.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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के बारे में
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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| पंखों का फैलाव | 80.4 cm | 31.7 in |
| वजन | 955.8333333333334 g | 33.72 oz |
Habitat & Range
संरक्षण स्थिति
व्यवहार और प्रजनन
घोंसला बनाना
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 24-30 days. Fledging: 49 days.
अंडों की संख्या
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वर्गिकी
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| गण | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| कुल | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Larus |
| प्रजातियां | Larus dominicanus |
Distribution
Kelp Gull has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Laridae family