Kelp Gull

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

Overview

Kelp Gull (Larus dominicanus) is a species of Gulls, Terns, Skimmers (Laridae) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Larus; binomial: Larus dominicanus; authority: Lichtenstein, MHC, 1823.

Distribution

Breeding range: South America, Australasia and Africa.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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