The Herring Gull or Larus argentatus are large gulls with hefty bills. Their length is 22-26 inches, they weigh 28-44 ounces, and their wingspan is 53-57 inches. They have light-gray backs, white heads, and underparts. Both the males and females look alike which means they are not sexually dimorphic. The Herring Gull is a loud and competitive bird, and patrol shorelines and pick food scrapes off the surface. Males establish breeding territories and make threatening postures and calls. Herring Gulls can be found along near rivers, coasts, large reservoirs, and lakes. They eat fish, insects, crayfish, crabs, eggs, and other small seabirds. Herring Gulls are least concerned, but they are declining due to being hunted for their eggs and fur. A fun fact is that they prefer freshwater, but will drink salt water if they must. Their eyes allow them to excrete salt.
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