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Pacific Gull

Larus pacificus

Description:

The Pacific Gull is a very large black-backed gull with a massive yellow bill, broadly tipped with scarlet. The upper wings and wingtips are wholly black with a narrow white inner trailing edge, the tail is white with a broad black band near the end. The legs are yellow to orange-yellow.

Habitat:

Coastal shoreline

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1 Comment

Mark Ridgway
Mark Ridgway 9 years ago

Discussing plans for the day no doubt. Often confused with the 'Kelp gull' in this part of the world.

CharliePrice
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CharliePrice

Tasmania, Australia

Spotted on Oct 8, 2014
Submitted on Oct 15, 2014

Spotted for Mission

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