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File:Larus pacificus - Derwent River Estuary.jpg

Pacific Gull

Pacific Gull

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5 months ago door Harry de Vries
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The Pacific Gull is a very large and robust gull endemic to Australia, known for its massive yellow bill with a red and black tip, and powerful build.
Where to spot
Endemic to the southern coasts of Australia, including Tasmania, found on open beaches, rocky shores, and offshore islands.
How to spot
Look for its immense size, black back and wings, and distinctive massive yellow bill with a red and black subterminal band. Often seen alone or in small groups patrolling beaches.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round along the southern Australian coastline, as it is a resident species. Breeding occurs in spring/summer.
File:Larus pacificus - Derwent River Estuary.jpg
File:Larus pacificus Bruny Island.jpg
File:Pacific gull (Larus pacificus) at Quagi Beach, Western Australia, January 2024 01.jpg
File:Pacific gull (Larus pacificus) at Quagi Beach, Western Australia, January 2024 02.jpg
File:Pacific gull (Larus pacificus) at Quagi Beach, Western Australia, January 2024 03.jpg
File:Pacific gull (Larus pacificus) at Quagi Beach, Western Australia, January 2024 04.jpg
File:Pacific gull (Larus pacificus) at Quagi Beach, Western Australia, January 2024 06.jpg
File:Pacific gull (Larus pacificus pacificus) Freycinet.jpg
File:Pacific gull (Larus pacificus pacificus) in flight Freycinet.jpg
File:Pacific gull (Larus pacificus pacificus) in flight Freycinet 2.jpg
File:Larus pacificus - Derwent River Estuary.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Larus pacificus Bruny Island.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pacific gull (Larus pacificus) at Quagi Beach, Western Australia, January 2024 01.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pacific gull (Larus pacificus) at Quagi Beach, Western Australia, January 2024 02.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pacific gull (Larus pacificus) at Quagi Beach, Western Australia, January 2024 03.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pacific gull (Larus pacificus) at Quagi Beach, Western Australia, January 2024 04.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pacific gull (Larus pacificus) at Quagi Beach, Western Australia, January 2024 06.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pacific gull (Larus pacificus pacificus) Freycinet.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pacific gull (Larus pacificus pacificus) in flight Freycinet.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pacific gull (Larus pacificus pacificus) in flight Freycinet 2.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This gull is one of Australia's largest and most imposing seabirds, often preying on a variety of marine life including shellfish and small birds.
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Harry de Vries
5 months ago
Pacific Gull
Apeldoorn, Gelderland
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Jacob
5 months ago
Pacific Gull
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