Vega Gull
NameVega Gull
Common NameVega Gull
Scientific NameLarus vegae
FamilyLaridae
Wingspan (cm)130
Length (cm)61
Weight (g)1100
Plumage DetailsAdults have a white head, neck, underparts, and tail. The mantle and upperwings are medium grey, with black primary tips featuring white mirrors. The bill is yellow with a prominent red spot on the lower mandible, and the eyes are pale yellow with a red orbital ring. Legs are pinkish.
Vocalization / CallTypical gull calls, including loud, raucous 'kyow' calls and a series of 'kak-kak-kak' notes, often given in a long call sequence.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatscoastal, urban, wetland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds in northeastern Siberia, Kamchatka, Sakhalin, and northern Japan. Winters south to Japan, Korea, and coastal China.
Identifying FeaturesLarge size, Medium grey mantle, Yellow bill with red spot on lower mandible, Pale yellow eye with red orbital ring, Pinkish legs, Black primary tips with white mirrors
Description
The Vega Gull is a large gull species found in Northeast Asia, closely related to the Herring Gull complex. Adults are characterized by their pale grey mantle and robust build, often seen foraging in coastal and urban environments.
