Dolphin Gull, Larus scoresbii
One of the most unusual members of the Gull Family is the Dolphin Gull, Larus scoresbii, with its outlandish bill and dusty gray plumage. It is native to southern Argentina and Chile, as well as the Falkland Islands.
 Dolphin Gull, Larus scoresbii |
 Dolphin Gull, Larus scoresbii juvenile |
These images are from Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, where it was the only gull I saw other than the larger Kelp Gull. The bird above to the left is a juvenile.
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Harold your photos continue to amaze me! You are one heck of a photographer!I have scrolled down the page and love the image of the ring billed gull and her chick…too precious for words!
Thank you for continuing to view my own blog!Do you use a tripod when photographing?
Comment by naturegirl — June 3, 2010 @ 7:28 am
Another stunning image!
Comment by Hilke Breder — June 5, 2010 @ 7:05 am
Hi, sorry for the late reply. I do use a tripod unless there is a lot of light. In the winter I often shoot from the car, with the lens resting on the window frame.
Comment by Harold — June 10, 2010 @ 10:52 pm
Thanks you, it is a strange gull to see.
Comment by Harold — June 10, 2010 @ 10:53 pm