Dolphin Gull
Leucophaeus scoresbii
The Dolphin Gull (Leucophaeus scoresbii) is a uncommon skimmers, noddies, terns, and gull found in 3 countries, weighing about 524 g. The dolphin gull, sometimes erroneously called the red-billed gull, is a gull native to southern Chile and Argentina, and the Falkland Islands.
About the Dolphin Gull
The dolphin gull, sometimes erroneously called the red-billed gull, is a gull native to southern Chile and Argentina, and the Falkland Islands. It is a coastal bird inhabiting rocky, muddy and sandy shores and is often found around seabird colonies. They have greyish feathers, and the feathers on their wings are a darker shade. Dolphin gulls have a varied diet, eating many things ranging from mussels to carrion.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, July, September, October, November, December, with peak activity in November. It is a variable species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a Dolphin Gull look like?
- The dolphin gull, sometimes erroneously called the red-billed gull, is a gull native to southern Chile and Argentina, and the Falkland Islands.
- How big is a Dolphin Gull?
- The Dolphin Gull is a large sized bird weighing about 524 g.
- Where can you see a Dolphin Gull?
- The Dolphin Gull occurs in 3 countries, including Argentina, Chile and the Falkland Islands.
- What birds look similar to a Dolphin Gull?
- The Dolphin Gull is most easily confused with the Grey Gull, the Lava Gull and the Franklin's Gull.
- Is the Dolphin Gull endangered?
- The Dolphin Gull is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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