Western Gull

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Western Gull (Larus occidentalis)

Length 25” Wingspan 58”
Heavy thick-tipped slightly drooping bill, large stocky body, round head, dark back, seen in open coastal habitat, feed on shell fish and fish.

Western Gulls do not sing, but instead emit a loud, shrill and squealing ke-ow that is often repeated several times in succession.

 

• Western Gull

  
  

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  Western Gulls do not sing, but instead emit a loud, shrill and squealing ke-ow that is often repeated several times in succession.