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Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

Least Concern

About

Franklin's Gull (Leucophaeus pipixcan) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

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, Ecuador, Venezuela).

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇺🇸 United States 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)

Species

Leucophaeus pipixcan (Franklin's Gull)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アメリカズグロカモメ

Chinese 弗氏鷗

Spanish Gaviota de Franklin

French Mouette de Franklin

German Präriemöwe

Portuguese gaivota-das-pradarias

Russian Чайка Франклина

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Leucophaeus scoresbii

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Leucophaeus fuliginosus

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Franklin's Gull?

The scientific name of Franklin's Gull is Leucophaeus pipixcan. It belongs to the genus Leucophaeus.

What is the conservation status of Franklin's Gull?

Franklin's Gull (Leucophaeus pipixcan) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Franklin's Gull live?

Franklin's Gull is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States, Venezuela.

What family does Franklin's Gull belong to?

Franklin's Gull (Leucophaeus pipixcan) belongs to the genus Leucophaeus, which is part of the taxonomic family Laridae.

Is Franklin's Gull endangered?

No, Franklin's Gull (Leucophaeus pipixcan) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Franklin's Gull belong to?

Franklin's Gull (Leucophaeus pipixcan) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Franklin's Gull?

The closest relatives of Franklin's Gull in the genus Leucophaeus include Dolphin Gull, Gray Gull, Laughing Gull, Lava Gull.