A juvenile Silver Gull (Larus novaehollandiae) examining a scrap of food between its feet

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The Silver Gull (Larus novaehollandiae) is the commonest seagull seen in Australia. It has been found throughout the continent, but particularly coastal areas. However, it has also adapted well to urban environments and can be seen some way inland, around shopping centres and garbage dumps.

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Size: 5328px × 3543px
Location: Bay of Fires, Tasmania, Australia
Photo credit: © Alistair Scott / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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