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Red-listedGulls
Herring Gull
A large, familiar gull of coastal towns and seaside resorts, with grey wings, a white body and a powerful yellow bill. Despite being a common sight, Herring Gulls have declined in many areas.
Larus argentatus
Coastal Estuaries Lakes Urban
Size
54-60 cm
Wingspan
123-148 cm
Weight
750-1,250 g
Lifespan
20-30 years
Diet
Fish, crustaceans, eggs, carrion and human food scraps.
Song & Call
A loud, raucous laughing call.
How to identify
- Grey upper wings
- White body
- Yellow bill with red spot
- Pinkish legs
Conservation
Red-listed
Red-listed; populations have fallen due to reduced food availability and persecution.
