Black-headed Gull

Chroicocephalus Ridibundus

Order:

Charadriiformes

Family:

Laridae

Size:

37-43 cm

Weight:

195-325 g

Taxonomy:

Monotypic Larus ridibundus (Linnaeus, 1766)

Short Description:

The Black-headed Gull is a medium-sized gull with a white body, gray wings, and a distinctive black head during the breeding season. Outside of breeding season, its head turns white with a dark spot behind the eye. It has a red bill and legs, which become black during non-breeding periods. Juveniles have a mottled brownish-gray plumage and lack the black head patch.

Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast

Black-headed Gulls are widespread across Eurasia, breeding in northern Europe and Asia. In Pakistan, they are mainly observed during the winter months, from October to March. They can be found in coastal areas such as Karachi, as well as inland wetlands like Haleji Lake, Hadero Lake, and Keenjhar Lake. They are also known to visit agricultural fields, garbage dumps, and urban areas in search of food.

Black-headed Gulls are highly social birds and often gather in large flocks, especially during migration and wintering periods. They are opportunistic feeders, consuming a varied diet that includes fish, insects, crustaceans, and scavenged food. These gulls are known for their aerial agility and can be seen performing graceful flight maneuvers. During the breeding season, they form colonies in marshes and islands, nesting in shallow scrapes lined with grass and feathers. They exhibit strong territorial behavior during breeding, defending their nesting sites from intruders.

Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast