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A closeup profile view of a young Western Gull with second winter plumage walking on the beach, seeming quite aware of but not particularly concerned about the presence of the photographer. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
A closeup profile view of a young Western Gull with second winter plumage walking on the beach, seeming quite aware of but not particularly concerned about the presence of the photographer. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Second-year Black-throated Diver (Gavia arctica) during autumn migration resting in a small harbour in the Western Black Sea coast near Cape Kaliakra, Bulgaria. This is a first-summer bird moulting to second-winter plumage. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Second-year Black-throated Diver (Gavia arctica) during autumn migration resting in a small harbour in the Western Black Sea coast near Cape Kaliakra, Bulgaria. This is a first-summer bird moulting to second-winter plumage. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Adult Black-headed Gulls - Chroicocephalus ridibundus in winter plumage resting on a partially frozen wetland in Worcestershire England. In flight and about to join them is an immature (second cycle) European Herring Gull - Larus argentatus argenteus. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Adult Black-headed Gulls - Chroicocephalus ridibundus in winter plumage resting on a partially frozen wetland in Worcestershire England. In flight and about to join them is an immature (second cycle) European Herring Gull - Larus argentatus argenteus. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
A juvenile Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) landing on the ice of a frozen lake surface to scavenge or hunt. The dark plumage interspersed with white mottling identifies this bird as an immature eagle, typically in its first or second year of development before gaining the distinctive white head and tail feathers. The winter setting highlights the adaptability of North American raptors in cold weather environments. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
A juvenile Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) landing on the ice of a frozen lake surface to scavenge or hunt. The dark plumage interspersed with white mottling identifies this bird as an immature eagle, typically in its first or second year of development before gaining the distinctive white head and tail feathers. The winter setting highlights the adaptability of North American raptors in cold weather environments. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Close-up wildlife image of two black headed gulls perched on a mossy tree branch against a soft gray waterside background. One gull is shown preening with its head tucked into its feathers, while the second bird stands nearby facing away, revealing layered white and pale gray plumage with black wing accents and slender reddish legs. The shallow depth of field isolates the birds and branch, creating a calm and intimate natural scene with strong feather detail and subtle tonal contrast. This realistic photograph is suitable for commercial stock use in themes related to birdlife, wildlife behavior, wetland habitats, ornithology, migration, preening, resting, and tranquil outdoor nature. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Close-up wildlife image of two black headed gulls perched on a mossy tree branch against a soft gray waterside background. One gull is shown preening with its head tucked into its feathers, while the second bird stands nearby facing away, revealing layered white and pale gray plumage with black wing accents and slender reddish legs. The shallow depth of field isolates the birds and branch, creating a calm and intimate natural scene with strong feather detail and subtle tonal contrast. This realistic photograph is suitable for commercial stock use in themes related to birdlife, wildlife behavior, wetland habitats, ornithology, migration, preening, resting, and tranquil outdoor nature. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Close-up wildlife image of two black headed gulls perched on a mossy tree branch against a soft gray waterside background. One gull is shown preening with its head tucked into its feathers, while the second bird stands nearby facing away, revealing layered white and pale gray plumage with black wing accents and slender reddish legs. The shallow depth of field isolates the birds and branch, creating a calm and intimate natural scene with strong feather detail and subtle tonal contrast. This realistic photograph is suitable for commercial stock use in themes related to birdlife, wildlife behavior, wetland habitats, ornithology, migration, preening, resting, and tranquil outdoor nature. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Close-up wildlife image of two black headed gulls perched on a mossy tree branch against a soft gray waterside background. One gull is shown preening with its head tucked into its feathers, while the second bird stands nearby facing away, revealing layered white and pale gray plumage with black wing accents and slender reddish legs. The shallow depth of field isolates the birds and branch, creating a calm and intimate natural scene with strong feather detail and subtle tonal contrast. This realistic photograph is suitable for commercial stock use in themes related to birdlife, wildlife behavior, wetland habitats, ornithology, migration, preening, resting, and tranquil outdoor nature. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
A high-detail wildlife photograph of two Ruddy Turnstones & x28;Arenaria interpres& x29; foraging along a pebbled, sandy beach. The foreground bird is in sharp focus, showcasing its intricate brown and white calico plumage and distinctive bright orange legs as it searches for food. The background features a second bird and the soft, blue wash of the incoming tide. This image captures the natural behavior of these active shorebirds in their coastal environment, ideal for nature, birdwatching, or environmental content. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
A high-detail wildlife photograph of two Ruddy Turnstones & x28;Arenaria interpres& x29; foraging along a pebbled, sandy beach. The foreground bird is in sharp focus, showcasing its intricate brown and white calico plumage and distinctive bright orange legs as it searches for food. The background features a second bird and the soft, blue wash of the incoming tide. This image captures the natural behavior of these active shorebirds in their coastal environment, ideal for nature, birdwatching, or environmental content. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
A high-detail wildlife photograph of two Ruddy Turnstones & x28;Arenaria interpres& x29; foraging along a pebbled, sandy beach. The foreground bird is in sharp focus, showcasing its intricate brown and white calico plumage and distinctive bright orange legs as it searches for food. The background features a second bird and the soft, blue wash of the incoming tide. This image captures the natural behavior of these active shorebirds in their coastal environment, ideal for nature, birdwatching, or environmental content. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
A high-detail wildlife photograph of two Ruddy Turnstones & x28;Arenaria interpres& x29; foraging along a pebbled, sandy beach. The foreground bird is in sharp focus, showcasing its intricate brown and white calico plumage and distinctive bright orange legs as it searches for food. The background features a second bird and the soft, blue wash of the incoming tide. This image captures the natural behavior of these active shorebirds in their coastal environment, ideal for nature, birdwatching, or environmental content. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
A high-detail wildlife photograph of two Ruddy Turnstones & x28;Arenaria interpres& x29; foraging along a pebbled, sandy beach. The foreground bird is in sharp focus, showcasing its intricate brown and white calico plumage and distinctive bright orange legs as it searches for food. The background features a second bird and the soft, blue wash of the incoming tide. This image captures the natural behavior of these active shorebirds in their coastal environment, ideal for nature, birdwatching, or environmental content. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
A high-detail wildlife photograph of two Ruddy Turnstones & x28;Arenaria interpres& x29; foraging along a pebbled, sandy beach. The foreground bird is in sharp focus, showcasing its intricate brown and white calico plumage and distinctive bright orange legs as it searches for food. The background features a second bird and the soft, blue wash of the incoming tide. This image captures the natural behavior of these active shorebirds in their coastal environment, ideal for nature, birdwatching, or environmental content. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
A high-detail wildlife photograph of two Ruddy Turnstones & x28;Arenaria interpres& x29; foraging along a pebbled, sandy beach. The foreground bird is in sharp focus, showcasing its intricate brown and white calico plumage and distinctive bright orange legs as it searches for food. The background features a second bird and the soft, blue wash of the incoming tide. This image captures the natural behavior of these active shorebirds in their coastal environment, ideal for nature, birdwatching, or environmental content. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
A high-detail wildlife photograph of two Ruddy Turnstones & x28;Arenaria interpres& x29; foraging along a pebbled, sandy beach. The foreground bird is in sharp focus, showcasing its intricate brown and white calico plumage and distinctive bright orange legs as it searches for food. The background features a second bird and the soft, blue wash of the incoming tide. This image captures the natural behavior of these active shorebirds in their coastal environment, ideal for nature, birdwatching, or environmental content. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Brown Pelicans (Pelecanus occidentalis) soar gracefully over a calm sea. Their large wings are outstretched, showcasing distinctive brown and white plumage. The water beneath is a serene light blue, offering a peaceful backdrop. The lead pelican's head is yellowish, contrasting with its darker body and long bill. The second pelican follows closely in an elegant glide. These birds are known for their coastal habitats and impressive diving skills, often seen in regions like North America and the Caribbean. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Brown Pelicans (Pelecanus occidentalis) soar gracefully over a calm sea. Their large wings are outstretched, showcasing distinctive brown and white plumage. The water beneath is a serene light blue, offering a peaceful backdrop. The lead pelican's head is yellowish, contrasting with its darker body and long bill. The second pelican follows closely in an elegant glide. These birds are known for their coastal habitats and impressive diving skills, often seen in regions like North America and the Caribbean. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Common and widespread large gull found throughout the Northern Hemisphere. Adults have a fairly pale gray back, pale eye, and dull pinkish legs. Takes four years for immatures to progress from mostly brown to fully white and gray adult plumage; intermediate plumages are often mottled and messy. Extremely variable plumage is compounded by several different subspecies across range. Usually shows a dull pinkish base to the bill by the first winter, and develops a pale eye by the second winter. Some immature birds can fade to almost white, especially in their first or second summer, but they always show darker wingtips. Occurs inland and along the coast, frequenting fishing boats, beaches, lakes, and landfills. Often forms large flocks with other gulls. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Gulls, or seagulls, are seabirds, belonging to the family Laridae, and sub order Lari. Several species exist; this photo is of a common black headed gull, Larus Ridibundus, having red beak with black tip and silver grey plumage. In London large numbers of these gather on the River Thames during winter. Picture shot with a Canon DSLR EOS 550D at shutter speed 1/4000 second to freeze the action. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Gulls, or seagulls, are seabirds, belonging to the family Laridae, and sub order Lari. Several species exist; this photo is of a common black headed gull, Larus Ridibundus, having red beak with black tip and silver grey plumage. In London large numbers of these gather on the River Thames during winter. Picture shot with a Canon DSLR EOS 550D at shutter speed 1/4000 second to freeze the action. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Second-year Black-throated Diver (Gavia arctica) during autumn migration resting in a small harbour in the Western Black Sea coast near Cape Kaliakra, Bulgaria. This is a first-summer bird moulting to second-winter plumage. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Second-year Black-throated Diver (Gavia arctica) during autumn migration resting in a small harbour in the Western Black Sea coast near Cape Kaliakra, Bulgaria. This is a first-summer bird moulting to second-winter plumage. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Second-year Black-throated Diver (Gavia arctica) during autumn migration resting in a small harbour in the Western Black Sea coast near Cape Kaliakra, Bulgaria. This is a first-summer bird moulting to second-winter plumage. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Second-year Black-throated Diver (Gavia arctica) during autumn migration resting in a small harbour in the Western Black Sea coast near Cape Kaliakra, Bulgaria. This is a first-summer bird moulting to second-winter plumage. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Herring Gulls in Freserburgh Harbour, Scotland,UK. Some European herring gulls, especially those residents in colder areas, migrate further south in winter, but many are permanent residents, e. g. in Ireland, Britain, Iceland, or on the North Sea shores. They have a varied diet, including fish, crustaceans, and dead animals, as well as some plants. General impression when seeing an individual gull: male gulls are larger than females. This is especially noticeable in large gull species. Males can also look more fierce while females can look more friendly. When both partners are standing next to each other. Adults have light-grey backs, black wingtips, and whiteheads and underparts. Herring Gulls take four years to reach adult plumage. Juveniles are mottled brown; second-year birds are brown but show grey on the back. When the young seagull is able to fly and search for food by itself, parents will leave them. Some young seagulls are able to manipulate their parents into feeding them for longer by crying at them. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
Herring Gulls in Freserburgh Harbour, Scotland,UK. Some European herring gulls, especially those residents in colder areas, migrate further south in winter, but many are permanent residents, e. g. in Ireland, Britain, Iceland, or on the North Sea shores. They have a varied diet, including fish, crustaceans, and dead animals, as well as some plants. General impression when seeing an individual gull: male gulls are larger than females. This is especially noticeable in large gull species. Males can also look more fierce while females can look more friendly. When both partners are standing next to each other. Adults have light-grey backs, black wingtips, and whiteheads and underparts. Herring Gulls take four years to reach adult plumage. Juveniles are mottled brown; second-year birds are brown but show grey on the back. When the young seagull is able to fly and search for food by itself, parents will leave them. Some young seagulls are able to manipulate their parents into feeding them for longer by crying at them. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
The moorhen measures approximately 37 centimeters in length. It features a red face shield, white bands on the flanks, black plumage and yellow paws. Immatures are dark brown with a lighter abdomen, lacking the red facial shield. It feeds on a wide variety of plant material, as well as small aquatic animals. Its habitat is lakes, ponds, canals, swamps and also brackish lagoons. It is a migratory bird, moving north during the austral winter. The nest is a covered basket built on the ground in dense vegetation. The female lays between 8 and 12 eggs. There may be a second clutch in the year, consisting of between 5 and 8 eggs. Incubation lasts approximately three weeks and is carried out by both parents. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures
The moorhen measures approximately 37 centimeters in length. It features a red face shield, white bands on the flanks, black plumage and yellow paws. Immatures are dark brown with a lighter abdomen, lacking the red facial shield. It feeds on a wide variety of plant material, as well as small aquatic animals. Its habitat is lakes, ponds, canals, swamps and also brackish lagoons. It is a migratory bird, moving north during the austral winter. The nest is a covered basket built on the ground in dense vegetation. The female lays between 8 and 12 eggs. There may be a second clutch in the year, consisting of between 5 and 8 eggs. Incubation lasts approximately three weeks and is carried out by both parents. Second winter plumage stock images, royalty-free photos and pictures