Iceland Gull
Larus glaucoides
Least ConcernAves · Charadriiformes · Laridae
About
The Iceland gull is a medium-sized gull that breeds in the Arctic regions of Canada and Greenland, but not in Iceland, where it is only seen during winter. The genus name is from Latin larus, which appears to have referred to a gull or other large seabird. The specific name glaucoides denotes its resemblance to Larus glaucus, a synonym of Larus hyperboreus, the glaucous gull; -oides is Ancient Greek and means "resembling".
Fun Fact
The genus name is from Latin larus, which appears to have referred to a gull or other large seabird.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Eating fish, molluscs, offal, scraps, and eggs.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance