Silver Gull

Description:

The silver gull (Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae) also known simply as seagull in Australia, is the most common gull seen in Australia. They are especially seen along the coast or around lakes. The head, body and tail are white. The wings are light grey with white spotted, black tips. Adults range from 40–45 cm in length. Adults have bright red beaks—the brighter the red, the older the bird.

Habitat:

Found begging food from the restaurant at the Melbourne Zoo!

Notes:

It is a common species, having adapted well to urban environments and thriving around shopping centres and garbage dumps.