North American Bird Search Box
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Birds of Cuba, Vagrant Visitors, Introduced Birds and Possibilities
American Herring Gull
Goéland argenté
Larus argentatus
Information, images and range maps on over 400 birds of Cuba
Life, Habitat & Pictures of the American Herring Gull
| B L | W W | W | Family | Latin Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25" 63.5cm | 58" 147cm | 2.5 lb 1.13kg | Laridae | Larus argentatus |
- Breeding
- Year Around
- Winter
The Herring Gull has the largest overall range among all the gull species seen in North America. This large seabird can be seen just about anywhere on the continent of North America, whether it is in Newfoundland and Labrador or the western coast areas of Alaska. It can also be seen in Eurasia and throughout the islands in the Caribbean Sea.