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Slaty-backed Gull

Larus schistisagus

Taxonomy

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

About

The slaty-backed gull (Larus schistisagus) is a large white-headed gull that breeds on the western coast of Alaska but travels widely during nonbreeding seasons. It is similar in appearance to the western gull and the glaucous-winged gull. Another alternate name is Pacific gull, though this also applies to a southern hemisphere species, Larus pacificus. Claims have been made as to its (sometimes occasional) presence throughout North America as well as the eastern coast of Asia. On...

Frequently Asked Questions

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