Ring-billed Gull
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NameRing-billed Gull
Common NameRing-billed Gull
Scientific NameLarus delawarensis
FamilyLaridae
Wingspan (cm)112.5
Length (cm)45
Weight (g)500
Plumage DetailsAdults have a white head, neck, underparts, and tail, with a medium gray back and upperwings. The primary wingtips are black with a white 'mirror' spot. The bill is yellow with a prominent black ring near the tip, and the legs and feet are yellow.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of harsh, high-pitched calls, often described as 'kyow' or 'kree-ah' sounds, and a distinctive 'laughing' call.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatscoastal, lakes, rivers, agricultural fields, urban areas, landfills
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across Canada and the northern United States, migrating to winter along the coasts of the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean, as well as inland in the southern U.S.
Identifying Featuresblack ring on yellow bill, yellow legs and feet, medium size, gray back and upperwings, white head and body
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. Adults are easily identified by their distinctive bill marking and yellow legs.
