Iceland Gull
NameIceland Gull
Common NameIceland Gull
Scientific NameLarus glaucoides
FamilyLaridae
Wingspan (cm)127.5
Length (cm)57
Weight (g)790
Plumage DetailsAdult Iceland Gulls have a white head, body, and tail, with a pale grey back and upperwings. Their primary feathers are white, lacking any black. The bill is relatively small, yellowish with a red spot near the tip, and legs are pinkish. Juveniles are mottled brownish-grey.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of high-pitched, somewhat mournful 'mewing' calls and typical gull-like 'laughing' calls, generally higher in pitch than larger gulls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatscoastal, marine, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds in the Arctic regions of North America (especially northeastern Canada) and Greenland. Winters south along the Atlantic and Pacific coasts of North America, and across the North Atlantic to Europe and parts of Asia.
Identifying Featurespale grey back and upperwings, white wingtips (no black), relatively small bill with red spot, gentle facial expression, pinkish legs
Description
The Iceland Gull is a medium-sized gull with a pale appearance, often found in northern coastal regions. Adults exhibit a gentle expression and lack black on their wingtips, distinguishing them from many other gull species. They are opportunistic feeders, foraging along shorelines and open waters.
