Western Gull
Western Gull
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The Western Gull is a large, powerful gull of the North American Pacific coast, characterized by its dark grey to black mantle, white head, and yellow bill with a red spot.
Where to spot
Found along the Pacific coast of North America, from Washington State south to Baja California. Inhabits rocky coasts, beaches, islands, and harbors.
How to spot
Look for its large size, very dark grey/black mantle, yellow bill with a red spot, and pink legs. Often seen in large numbers along the coast, especially near human activity.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in its resident coastal range. Breeding season is spring/summer.
Where to spot
Found along the Pacific coast of North America, from Washington State south to Baja California. Inhabits rocky coasts, beaches, islands, and harbors.
How to spot
Look for its large size, very dark grey/black mantle, yellow bill with a red spot, and pink legs. Often seen in large numbers along the coast, especially near human activity.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in its resident coastal range. Breeding season is spring/summer.
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Credits:
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This gull is highly predatory and opportunistic, often preying on eggs and chicks of other seabirds and scavenging along beaches and harbors, adapting well to human-modified environments.
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