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Herring Gull

Larus argentatus

Least Concern

About

Herring Gull (Larus argentatus) 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 Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)

Species

Larus argentatus (Herring Gull)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 銀鷗〔黑脊鷗〕

Spanish Gaviota plateada

French Goéland argenté

German Silbermöwe

Portuguese gaivota-argêntea

Russian Серебристая чайка

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Herring Gull?

The scientific name of Herring Gull is Larus argentatus. It belongs to the genus Larus.

What is the conservation status of Herring Gull?

Herring Gull (Larus argentatus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Herring Gull live?

Herring Gull is found in Widely distributed across Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Russia, Sweden, United States, Venezuela.

What family does Herring Gull belong to?

Herring Gull (Larus argentatus) belongs to the genus Larus, which is part of the taxonomic family Laridae.

Is Herring Gull endangered?

No, Herring Gull (Larus argentatus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Herring Gull belong to?

Herring Gull (Larus argentatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Herring Gull?

The closest relatives of Herring Gull in the genus Larus include American Herring Gull, Armenian Gull, Belcher's Gull, Black-tailed Gull, California Gull.