About the Glaucous Gull

Glaucous Gulls are large, powerful birds with pale plumage and a hefty bill. They are opportunistic feeders known to eat anything, from fish to other birds.

Fairly common in their range, they can often be seen patrolling coastlines and are known to follow fishing boats.

While not currently endangered, Glaucous Gulls are at risk from pollution, especially plastic and chemical pollutants in the ocean, which can affect their health and reproductive success.

The reduction in sea ice affects their hunting grounds and may force them to compete more directly with other large gulls not typically found in the Arctic.

Where to see Glaucous Gulls

They breed in the Arctic regions of North America and Eurasia and winter south to the coasts of Canada, northern Europe, and Asia.

Interesting facts about Glaucous Gulls

Glaucous Gulls are among the few bird species known to exhibit cannibalistic behaviour, sometimes preying on the chicks and eggs of their own and other bird species.

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