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Black-headed Gull

Chroicocephalus ridibundus

Vulnerable

About

Black-headed Gull (Chroicocephalus ridibundus) is classified as Vulnerable (VU) on the IUCN Red List. Facing a high risk of endangerment in the wild, with declining populations and increasing habitat pressure.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Venezuela). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)

Species

Chroicocephalus ridibundus (Black-headed Gull)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ユリカモメ

Chinese 紅嘴鷗〔黑頭紅嘴鷗〕

Spanish Gaviota reidora

French Mouette rieuse

German Lachmöwe

Portuguese guincho

Russian Озёрная чайка

Thai นกนางนวลขอบปีกขาว

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Black-billed Gull

Chroicocephalus bulleri

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Bonaparte's Gull

Chroicocephalus philadelphia

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Brown-headed Gull

Chroicocephalus brunnicephalus

Not Evaluated

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Brown-hooded Gull

Chroicocephalus maculipennis

Not Evaluated

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Gray-hooded Gull

Chroicocephalus cirrocephalus

Least Concern

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Hartlaub's Gull

Chroicocephalus hartlaubii

Not Evaluated

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Silver Gull

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Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black-headed Gull?

The scientific name of Black-headed Gull is Chroicocephalus ridibundus. It belongs to the genus Chroicocephalus.

What is the conservation status of Black-headed Gull?

Black-headed Gull (Chroicocephalus ridibundus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Black-headed Gull live?

Black-headed Gull is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Venezuela). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States, Venezuela.

What family does Black-headed Gull belong to?

Black-headed Gull (Chroicocephalus ridibundus) belongs to the genus Chroicocephalus, which is part of the taxonomic family Laridae.

Is Black-headed Gull endangered?

Yes, Black-headed Gull (Chroicocephalus ridibundus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Black-headed Gull belong to?

Black-headed Gull (Chroicocephalus ridibundus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Black-headed Gull?

The closest relatives of Black-headed Gull in the genus Chroicocephalus include Andean Gull, Black-billed Gull, Bonaparte's Gull, Brown-headed Gull, Brown-hooded Gull.