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herring gull |
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herring gullMost common of the Atlantic gulls in the Northern Hemisphere. The herring gull (Larus argentatus) has a gray mantle, flesh-coloured legs and feet, and black-and-white-spotted wing tips. Herring gulls are primarily scavengers; their populations are generally increasing because of expanding food supplies, chiefly garbage and sewage in or near coastal waters. herring gull a common gull, Larus argentatus, that has a white plumage with black-tipped wings and pink legs How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The herring gull, or Larus argentatus, is the bird most commonly referred to by the catchall term "seagull. |
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