RFI - Gulls

[MikeIrwin]

Hi,

I was out at Port Burwell today and got a look at some small hooded gulls. I think that there were two types (Bonaparte's and Little) based on the difference in beak size, and overall shape/colour. Any thoughts? Am I being too optimistic?





Thanks in advance,
Mike

[Anonymous]

all 3 of the smaller gulls appear to be Bonaparte's Gulls.

See Sibley Guide to Birds - Pages 208 & 209.

Check wing tips and shape of lower photos hood.

[MikeIrwin]

Thanks for the response. I was hoping that the smaller bill on the top near bird trumped the wing tip colour. I do see what you mean about the hood on the 2nd shot.

Mike