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Audouin's Gull

Ichthyaetus audouinii

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Charadriiformes ›Family: Laridae ›Genus: Ichthyaetus

About

The Audouin's gull (Ichthyaetus audouinii) is a large gull restricted to the Mediterranean and the western coast of Saharan Africa and the Iberian peninsula. The genus name is from Ancient Greek ikhthus, "fish", and aetos, "eagle", and the specific audouinii and the English name are after the French naturalist Jean Victoire Audouin.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Audouin's Gull?
The scientific name of Audouin's Gull is Ichthyaetus audouinii.
What is the conservation status of Audouin's Gull?
The Audouin's Gull has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What kingdom does Audouin's Gull belong to?
Audouin's Gull belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Audouin's Gull belong to?
Audouin's Gull belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Audouin's Gull belong to?
Audouin's Gull belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Audouin's Gull belong to?
Audouin's Gull belongs to the order Charadriiformes.
What family does Audouin's Gull belong to?
Audouin's Gull belongs to the family Laridae.
What genus does Audouin's Gull belong to?
Audouin's Gull belongs to the genus Ichthyaetus.