Birds of Cuba, Vagrant Visitors, Introduced Birds and Possibilities
Black-legged Kittiwake
Mouette tridactyle
Rissa tridactyla
Life, Habitat & Pictures of the Black-legged Kittiwake
| B L | W W | W | Family | Latin Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17" 43.2cm | 36" 91.4cm | 14oz 397g | Laridae | Rissa tridactyla |
- Breeding
- Year Around
- Winter
The Black-legged Kittiwake is a member of the gull family. It is a common seabird seen along the eastern and western coasts of North America. It is a common seabird seen in Europe as well. Large numbers of these kittiwakes can be seen on the cliffs in Cape St. Mary, a national bird refuge in Newfoundland and Labrador. This kittiwake has been reported seen in Cuba.