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C IUCN · LC · Least Concern Charadriiformes Laridae

Western Gull

Larus occidentalis

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Illustration · not to scale

Body Mass
922.8 g
Diet
Omnivorous
Migration
Partially migratory

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 148

Dagger-like or spear bill specialized for precision thrusts and instantaneous underwater strike acceleration (ATK 148).

DEF 119

Tightly preened water-repellent oiled plumage resisting freezing currents and dive water resistance (DEF 119).

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How to identify

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Similar species

Species-specific comparison notes are not yet available. Related birds below are not necessarily lookalikes.

Calls & songs

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🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: North America & Middle America: Western North Pacific coast from Northwestern Washington to I. Guadelupe and Central Baja California (Northwestern Mexico) Habitat: Marine & Coastal
2 · Subspecies & regional ranges
  • Larus occidentalis occidentalis

    w North Pacific coast from nw Washington to se Farallon Is. (c California)

  • Larus occidentalis wymani

    Monterey Bay (c California) to I. Guadelupe and c Baja California (nw Mexico)

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Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Larus occidentalis

Which family does it belong to?

Gulls, Terns, Skimmers (Laridae)

Where is it found?

North America & Middle America: Western North Pacific coast from Northwestern Washington to I. Guadelupe and Central Baja California (Northwestern Mexico)

Sources & credits

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