Brown-hooded Gull

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The Brown-hooded Gull is a medium-sized gull of South America, easily recognized by its dark brown head in breeding plumage and dark red bill and legs.

Where to spot

Widespread in southern South America, breeding in Chile and Argentina, and wintering north to Peru and Brazil. Found along coastlines, estuaries, and sometimes inland freshwater bodies.

How to spot

Look for its distinctive dark brown hood (in summer), dark red bill, and red legs. Often seen feeding along shorelines, piers, or following fishing boats.

When to spot

Best observed during the breeding season (austral spring/summer) when its brown hood is most prominent. Can be seen year-round in coastal areas.

Where to spot

Widespread in southern South America, breeding in Chile and Argentina, and wintering north to Peru and Brazil. Found along coastlines, estuaries, and sometimes inland freshwater bodies.

How to spot

Look for its distinctive dark brown hood (in summer), dark red bill, and red legs. Often seen feeding along shorelines, piers, or following fishing boats.

When to spot

Best observed during the breeding season (austral spring/summer) when its brown hood is most prominent. Can be seen year-round in coastal areas.

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This species is known to be highly gregarious, often forming large mixed-species flocks with other gulls and terns, especially during the non-breeding season.

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