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Field Guide for all the Birds of North America
Birds of Cuba, Vagrant Visitors, Introduced Birds and Possibilities
Franklin's Gull
Mouette de Franklin
Leucophaeus pipixcan
Information, images and range maps on over 400 birds of Cuba
Life, Habitat & Pictures of Cuban Gulls
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Family
Latin Name
14.5" 37cm
36" 91cm
10 oz 283.5g
Laridae
Leucophaeus pipixcan
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The Franklin's Gull is similar in appearance to the Laughing Gull, which is seen mostly in the southeastern regions of North America. The
Franklin's Gull can be found throughout the Canadian western provinces and the central regions of the United States. It is seen in Texas during
its spring and fall migration periods. These western gulls have been seen in Cuba.