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Europe
Galapagos Gull
Chroicocephalus philadelphia
About this species
Native to Europe, the Galapagos Gull thrives in coastal habitats and belongs to the Laridae family. It is recognised by its distinctive plumage and call.
The Galapagos Gull is part of the order Charadriiformes and the Laridae family. Its preferred habitat is coastal, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Vulnerable, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Europe.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Laridae family and Charadriiformes order.