Lava Gull
NameLava Gull
Common NameLava Gull
Scientific NameLeucophaeus fuliginosus
FamilyLaridae
Wingspan (cm)111.5
Length (cm)47.5
Weight (g)385
Plumage DetailsAdults display a sooty-grey head, dark grey body, and blackish wings and tail. They have a distinctive red eye-ring, a black bill, and black legs. Juveniles are generally browner overall.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include harsh, guttural 'kraa' or 'kew-kew' notes, typical of gulls but often less varied than other species.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatscoastal
Conservation Statusendangered
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Galapagos Islands, found on most islands but in small, scattered populations.
Identifying Featuresdark grey to black plumage, black head, red eye-ring, dark bill and legs, endemic to Galapagos Islands
Description
The Lava Gull is a medium-sized gull characterized by its distinctive dark plumage. It is an opportunistic scavenger, often found along the coasts and beaches of its restricted island habitat, where it forages for food.
