Olrog's Gull

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Olrog's Gull (<em>Larus atlanticus</em>) is a species of Gulls, Terns, Skimmers (<em>Laridae</em>) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.

Overview

Olrog's Gull (Larus atlanticus) is a species of Gulls, Terns, Skimmers (Laridae) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Larus; binomial: Larus atlanticus; authority: Olrog, 1958.

Distribution

Breeding range: South America. Non-breeding range: some move to coasts of se Brazil.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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