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Great black-backed gull
Scientific name: Larus marinus
The great black-backed gull is the largest gull in the world! Due to their size, they have few predators, but may occasionally make a tasty snack for white-tailed eagles, sharks and killer whales at sea.
Species information
Category
Statistics
Length: 68-78cmWingspan: 1.5-1.6m
Weight: 1.7kg
Average lifespan: 14 years
Conservation status
Classified in the UK as Amber under the Birds of Conservation Concern 4: the Red List for Birds (2015).