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Mew Gull

Larus canus

Near Threatened

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Mew Gull (Larus canus) is classified as Near Threatened (NT) on the IUCN Red List. Close to qualifying as threatened, with populations that may become vulnerable without conservation action.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Russia, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)

Species

Larus canus (Mew Gull)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese カモメ

Chinese 海鷗

Spanish Gaviota cana

French Goéland cendré

German Sturmmöwe

Portuguese famego

Russian Сизая чайка

Thai นกนางนวลปากเหลือง

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mew Gull?

The scientific name of Mew Gull is Larus canus. It belongs to the genus Larus.

What is the conservation status of Mew Gull?

Mew Gull (Larus canus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Mew Gull live?

Mew Gull is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Russia, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Russia, Sweden.

What family does Mew Gull belong to?

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

What kingdom does Mew Gull belong to?

Mew Gull (Larus canus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Mew Gull?

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