Yellow-legged Gull
Larus michahellis
Adults are large coastal gulls found around the Mediterranean, Atlantic coasts, islands, ports, reservoirs, and urban rooftops. They are strong fliers and bold opportunists, feeding on fish, marine invertebrates, carrion, eggs, chicks, refuse, and stolen food. In breeding season they defend nests with loud calls, threatening postures, pecks, and dive-bombing. The bright yellow legs and red-spotted bill are key field marks that separate them from many similar gulls.
- Type
- Wing
- Conservation status
- LC
Growth chain
- Yellow-legged Gull Chick
- Yellow-legged Gull Juvenile
- Yellow-legged Gull