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another one (Larus atricilla)

on a boat trip to molossa reef at key largo a couple of laughing gulls where following the boat and where almost "standing" in the air
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Location
florida keys
Date taken
september 2003
Scientific name
Larus atricilla
Equipment used
canon 10d
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Hi Stejon,
Seems to be moulting from 1st-summer to 2nd-winter.Note the new 'adult type' primaries being grown(black with a white tip),contrasting with the outer two on each wing,which are retained juvenile feathers(and quite worn).
Harry
 

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