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Glaucous-winged Gull

Larus glaucescens

Taxonomy

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

About

The glaucous-winged gull (Larus glaucescens) is a large, white-headed gull. The genus name is from Latin Larus which appears to have referred to a gull or other large seabird. The specific glaucescens is New Latin for "glaucous" from the Ancient Greek, glaukos. English "Glaucous" denotes a bluish-green or grey colour.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Glaucous-winged Gull?
The scientific name of Glaucous-winged Gull is Larus glaucescens.
What kingdom does Glaucous-winged Gull belong to?
Glaucous-winged Gull belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Glaucous-winged Gull belong to?
Glaucous-winged Gull belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Glaucous-winged Gull belong to?
Glaucous-winged Gull belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Glaucous-winged Gull belong to?
Glaucous-winged Gull belongs to the order Charadriiformes.
What family does Glaucous-winged Gull belong to?
Glaucous-winged Gull belongs to the family Laridae.
What genus does Glaucous-winged Gull belong to?
Glaucous-winged Gull belongs to the genus Larus.