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Silver Gull

Silver Gull

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The Silver Gull is a small to medium-sized gull, common and widespread across Australia and New Zealand. It is recognized by its pale grey mantle, white head, and bright red bill and legs.
Where to spot
Widespread across Australia, New Zealand, and some South Pacific islands, found in coastal areas, urban environments, agricultural land, and inland waterways.
How to spot
Look for its small size, pale grey back, and bright red bill and legs. Often seen in large flocks, loafing on beaches or piers, or foraging for scraps.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in its wide range, being a resident species across much of its distribution.
File:Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae at Hot Water Beach 02.jpg
File:Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae in Abel Tasman NP 01.jpg
File:Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae in Abel Tasman NP 02.jpg
File:Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae in Abel Tasman NP 04.jpg
File:Silver gull (Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae novaehollandiae) Freycinet.jpg
File:Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae at Hot Water Beach 02.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae in Abel Tasman NP 01.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae in Abel Tasman NP 02.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae in Abel Tasman NP 04.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Silver gull (Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae novaehollandiae) Freycinet.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This highly adaptable gull has thrived in urban environments, often scavenging for food in parks, beaches, and garbage dumps, making it a familiar sight in many cities.
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