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Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

Taxonomy

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

About

The Franklin's gull (Leucophaeus pipixcan) is a small (length 12.6–14.2 in, 32–36 cm) gull. The genus name Leucophaeus is from Ancient Greek leukos, "white", and phaios, "dusky". The specific pipixcan is a Nahuatl name for a type of gull.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Franklin's Gull?
The scientific name of Franklin's Gull is Leucophaeus pipixcan.
What kingdom does Franklin's Gull belong to?
Franklin's Gull belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Franklin's Gull belong to?
Franklin's Gull belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Franklin's Gull belong to?
Franklin's Gull belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Franklin's Gull belong to?
Franklin's Gull belongs to the order Charadriiformes.
What family does Franklin's Gull belong to?
Franklin's Gull belongs to the family Laridae.
What genus does Franklin's Gull belong to?
Franklin's Gull belongs to the genus Leucophaeus.