A large seabird species native to the Pacific coastal regions of North America, characterized by its gray wings and white plumage.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Coastal marine environments, including rocky shorelines, beaches, harbors, and inland water bodies along the Pacific Northwest from California to Alaska
Ecological Role
Key marine scavenger and predator, playing a crucial role in coastal ecosystem food webs and marine nutrient cycling
Morphology
SKIN COATPredominantly white plumage with gray wings, thick waterproof feather layer
LIMBS WINGSGray wings with white margins, strong webbed feet adapted for swimming and walking
HEAD SENSORYLarge white head with thick, slightly hooked yellow bill, keen visual perception
BODY STRUCTURELarge gull with wingspan of 1.2-1.5 meters, body mass 0.7-1.1 kg, robust and compact build
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
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