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Kelp Gull
Larus dominicanus
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Least Concern
Chiều Dài Sải Cánh
80,4 cm
Khối Lượng
955,8333333333334 g
Họ
Laridae
Bộ
Charadriiformes
Giới Thiệu
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Chiều Dài Sải Cánh | 80,4 cm | 31.7 in |
| Khối Lượng | 955,8333333333334 g | 33.72 oz |
Habitat & Range
Tình Trạng Bảo Tồn
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Hành Vi & Sinh Sản
Làm Tổ
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 24-30 days. Fledging: 49 days.
Số Trứng
1-3
Phân Loại Học
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Bộ | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Họ | Laridae (Gulls & Terns) |
| Genus | Larus |
| Loài | Larus dominicanus |
Distribution
Kelp Gull has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Hiện Diện
Not recorded
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Câu Hỏi Thường Gặp
Is the Kelp Gull endangered?
The Kelp Gull has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Kelp Gull nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 24-30 days. Fledging: 49 days.
How big is the Kelp Gull?
The Kelp Gull has a wingspan of 80.4 cm, weight of 955.8333333333334 g.
What order and family does the Kelp Gull belong to?
The Kelp Gull (Larus dominicanus) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Laridae.
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