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Hartlaub's Gull - in flight - Cape - South Africa
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Hartlaub's Gull - in flight - Cape - South Africa
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Hartlaub's Gull - in flight
Western Cape, South Africa
Larus hartlaubii
Bob Gibbons
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This stunning photograph captures the grace and beauty of a Hartlaub's Gull in flight over the Western Cape coastline of South Africa. The Hartlaub's Gull, scientifically known as Larus hartlaubii, is a distinctive sea bird endemic to the southwestern coast of Africa. With its white plumage, black wingtips, and yellow bill with a red tip, this gull is a favorite among bird watchers and ornithologists. The Hartlaub's Gull is named after the German naturalist Gustav Hartlaub, who first described the species in 1857. These birds are typically found in coastal areas, where they feed on fish, crustaceans, and mollusks. They are known to be strong fliers, capable of soaring high above the waves and covering great distances. This photograph, taken by renowned wildlife photographer Bob Gibbons, perfectly captures the dynamic motion of the gull in flight. The crisp details and vibrant colors bring out the intricacies of the bird's feathers and the textures of the ocean waves below. The image is a testament to the natural beauty of the African coastline and the avian life that thrives there.
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