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Mediterranean Gull - BirdForum Opus

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Larus melanocephalus
Photo by mugil

Identification

Distribution

Europe, especially south and central Europe, wintering to north Africa.

Taxonomy

This is a monotypic species which is sometimes places in genus Ichthyaetus. In the past, Relict Gull was included in Mediterranean Gull.

Habitat

Estuarine saltmarshes, flooded fields and sparsely vegetated islands.

Behaviour

Bird Song <flashmp3>Larus melanocephalus (song).mp3</flashmp3>
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External Links

  • Thread discussing the identification of Mediterranean Gull.[1]
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