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Great Crested Tern and Silver gull
Sterna bergii and Larus novaehollandiae
-26.1211, 152.979
Field Notes
Description:
Crested Terns have a crest of black feathers on there heads and a pale yellow beak. There plumage is white, except for the wings which are grey.
Silver gulls have a white breast with grey wings and a red beak and legs. You'll see these guys at practically any beach in Australia.
Habitat:
Crested Terns live in small to large flocks that sometimes have other species of seabirds living with them.
Silver gulls can be found at practically any beach in Australia.
Notes:
I only just noticed these guys mating! I'm pretty happy with this shot! Thanks to ChicquitaRajawali and Atul for pointing out a few mistakes.
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PublishedNovember 21, 2011
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