The Dazzling Diversity of Gull Behavior

Bird of the Month

The Dazzling Diversity of Gull Behavior

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Editor’s Note: Thank you to our long-time volunteer, Joanna Chin, for preparing this wonderful piece and to her husband, Byron Chin, for the beautiful photography. A special thank you to guest photographer, Amar Ayyash as well. When most people picture gulls, they think of gray and white birds squawking while soaring at the seashore, possibly … Read more

Bird of the Month: Albatross

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This month, we feature the amazing albatross group of seabirds (Family Diomedeidae). These impressive birds are well-known for their impressive wingspan, lifespan, and for their ability to travel great distances over the oceans. According to National Geographic, these long-lived birds (50+ years) breed in large colonies on remote islands, which is the only time that … Read more