Ring-billed Gull
NameRing-billed Gull
Common NameRing-billed Gull
Scientific NameLarus delawarensis
FamilyLaridae
Wingspan (cm)111
Length (cm)45
Weight (g)500
Plumage DetailsAdults have a white head, body, and tail, with a medium gray back and upperwings. Their primary wingtips are black with prominent white 'mirrors' or spots. The legs are yellow, and the bill is yellow with a distinct black ring near the tip.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of high-pitched, often repeated 'kyow' or 'kree-kree-kree' calls, as well as squawks and growls, especially when competing for food or defending territory.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatscoastal, lakes, rivers, agricultural fields, landfills, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across Canada and the northern United States, and winters along the coasts of the United States and Mexico, as well as the Great Lakes region.
Identifying Featuresblack ring on yellow bill, yellow legs, medium size, white head and body, grey back, black wingtips with white spots
Description
The Ring-billed Gull is a medium-sized gull commonly found across North America. It is an opportunistic feeder, often seen in large flocks near water bodies, agricultural fields, and urban areas. This bird is highly adaptable and known for its distinctive call and graceful flight.
