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Common Gull Collection

The Common Gull, scientifically known as Larus canus, is a fascinating bird species that captivates both bird enthusiasts and artists alike

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: White-tailed Sea Eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla) being attacked by a Common Gull (Larus

White-tailed Sea Eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla) being attacked by a Common Gull (Larus canus) in flight. Norway, July. Magic Moments book plate, page 51

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull (colour litho)

Common Gull (colour litho)
3121152 Common Gull (colour litho) by Wright, Magnus (1805-68), Ferdinand (1822-1906) & Wilhelm von (1810-87); (add.info.: Svenska Faglar efter Naturen och pa sten ritade)

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull (colour litho)

Common Gull (colour litho)
3121153 Common Gull (colour litho) by Wright, Magnus (1805-68), Ferdinand (1822-1906) & Wilhelm von (1810-87); (add.info.: Svenska Faglar efter Naturen och pa sten ritade)

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Oweans Surge, 1900 (oil on canvas)

Oweans Surge, 1900 (oil on canvas)
DRB128838 Oweans Surge, 1900 (oil on canvas) by Syrian School, (16th century); The Drambuie Collection, Edinburgh, Scotland; Syrian, out of copyright

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Eggs: Black Headed Gull: Common Gull: etc, illustration from British Birds

Eggs: Black Headed Gull: Common Gull: etc, illustration from British Birds
740864 Eggs:Black Headed Gull:Common Gull:etc, illustration from British Birds by Kirkman & Jourdain, 1966 (colour litho) by Gronvold

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: The Common Gull (chromolitho)

The Common Gull (chromolitho)
3644034 The Common Gull (chromolitho) by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Common Gull)

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull, 1834. Creator: Robert Havell

Common Gull, 1834. Creator: Robert Havell
Common Gull, 1834

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Animal, Animal Themes, Animals In The Wild, Antique, Art, Beach, Biology, Bird, Bird Watching

Animal, Animal Themes, Animals In The Wild, Antique, Art, Beach, Biology, Bird, Bird Watching
Vintage lithograph from 1883 of a Sea Gull. Gulls or seagulls are birds in the family Laridae. They are most closely related to the terns

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull - Lar us can us, c1910, (1910). Artist: George James Rankin

Common Gull - Lar us can us, c1910, (1910). Artist: George James Rankin
Common Gull - Lar us can us, c1910, (1910). From Britains Birds and Their Nests, by A. Landsborough Thomson. [The Waverley Book Company, Limited, W. & R. Chambers, Limited, London & Edinburgh, 1910]

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull Larus canus adult winter Northumberland January

Common Gull Larus canus adult winter Northumberland January

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Seagulls on posts of an old pier, Anse de Sent-An, Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe, French West Indies

Seagulls on posts of an old pier, Anse de Sent-An, Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe, French West Indies
Seagulls (Laridae) perched on the the posts remaining from an old pier in the turquoise water of the Caribbean Sea at Anse de Sent-An, Pointe-a-Pitre; Guadeloupe, French West Indies

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull landing in water, Netherlands

Common Gull landing in water, Netherlands

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull in flight with fish Poland

Common Gull in flight with fish Poland

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull adult winter in flight, Larus canus

Common Gull adult winter in flight, Larus canus

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull standing on pole in water Poland

Common Gull standing on pole in water Poland

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull standing

Common Gull standing

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull group flying over water

Common Gull group flying over water

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Mew Gull (Larus canus) flying, Thurgovia, Switzerland

Mew Gull (Larus canus) flying, Thurgovia, Switzerland

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Mew Gull (Larus canus), Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Mew Gull (Larus canus), Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Mew Gull (Larus canus), British Columbia, Canada

Mew Gull (Larus canus), British Columbia, Canada

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Mew Gull (Larus canus) flying, Berlin, Germany

Mew Gull (Larus canus) flying, Berlin, Germany

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Mew Gull (Larus canus), Berlin, Germany

Mew Gull (Larus canus), Berlin, Germany

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull Larus canus in winter plumage Norfolk January

Common Gull Larus canus in winter plumage Norfolk January

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull Larus canus Shetland June

Common Gull Larus canus Shetland June

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull Larus canus 1st winter coming in to land Northumberland January

Common Gull Larus canus 1st winter coming in to land Northumberland January

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull Larus canus juvenile Finland summer

Common Gull Larus canus juvenile Finland summer

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Picture No. 11993059

Picture No. 11993059
Common Gull - adult gulls at sunset - Sweden Date:

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull (Larus canus), adult

Common Gull (Larus canus), adult

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common gull (Larus canus), sitting in grass, side view

Common gull (Larus canus), sitting in grass, side view

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Traditional boats in Essaouira, on Atlantic coast of Morocco

Traditional boats in Essaouira, on Atlantic coast of Morocco. Essaouira is a city in the western Moroccan economic region of Marrakech-Tensift-Al Haouz, on the Atlantic coast

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Harbour of Essaouira and Genoese-built citadel

Harbour of Essaouira and Genoese-built citadel
Harbour of Essaouira and Scala Du Port, a Genoese-built citadel. The fortress Skala du Port is one of the symbols of the city of Essaouira

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Fishermens huts and Genoese-built citadel in Essaouira harbour, on Atlantic coast of Morocco

Fishermens huts and Genoese-built citadel in Essaouira harbour, on Atlantic coast of Morocco
Fishermens huts and Scala Du Port Genoese-built citadel in Essaouira harbour. The fortress Skala du Port is one of the symbols of the city of Essaouira

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull -Larus canus-, Amrum Island, North Friesland, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, Europe

Common Gull -Larus canus-, Amrum Island, North Friesland, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, Europe

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Two Common Gulls -Larus canus- standing in the water and greeting each other

Two Common Gulls -Larus canus- standing in the water and greeting each other, Katmai National Park, Alaska

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull -Larus canus- standing in water, Katmai National Park, Alaska

Common Gull -Larus canus- standing in water, Katmai National Park, Alaska

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull -Larus canus- walking through shallow water, Katmai National Park, Alaska

Common Gull -Larus canus- walking through shallow water, Katmai National Park, Alaska

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Harbour of Essaouira, on Atlantic coast of Morocco

Harbour of Essaouira, on Atlantic coast of Morocco. Essaouira is a city in the western Moroccan economic region of Marrakech-Tensift-Al Haouz, on the Atlantic coast

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common gull, 19th century artwork C013 / 6346

Common gull, 19th century artwork C013 / 6346
Common gull (Larus canus). Plate 136 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by William MacGillivray

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Larus canus, mew gull

Larus canus, mew gull
Plate 60 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 5 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common gull

Common gull

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull - calling - Texel - Netherlands

Common Gull - calling - Texel - Netherlands
DAC-152 Common Gull - calling Texel - Netherlands Larus canus David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull Larus canus Cley Norfolk winter

Common Gull Larus canus Cley Norfolk winter

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull - Side profile of adult calling. Norfolk, UK

Common Gull - Side profile of adult calling. Norfolk, UK
DK-215 Common Gull - Side profile of adult calling Norfolk, UK Larus canus David Kilbey Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageCommon Gull Collection: Common Gull (Larus canus) foraging in water and taking off. Oban, Argyll, Scotland, UK

Common Gull (Larus canus) foraging in water and taking off. Oban, Argyll, Scotland, UK
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The Common Gull, scientifically known as Larus canus, is a fascinating bird species that captivates both bird enthusiasts and artists alike. With its striking appearance and unique behaviors, the Common Gull has become a subject of various artworks throughout history. One notable depiction showcases a thrilling encounter between a White-tailed Sea Eagle and a Common Gull. In this intense moment captured in color lithographs, we witness the bravery of the smaller gull as it fearlessly defends itself against its formidable opponent. Another artwork titled "Oweans Surge" portrays an oil on canvas masterpiece from 1900. This painting beautifully captures the essence of these birds in their natural habitat, highlighting their graceful movements along the beach. Illustrations featuring eggs from different gulls, such as Black Headed Gulls and Common Gulls, provide valuable insights into their reproductive patterns. These intricate illustrations are found in renowned publications like British Birds', showcasing the importance of these birds within scientific research. A stunning chromolithograph aptly named "The Common Gull" showcases the vibrant colors and intricate details of this species. The artist's skillful rendering brings out every feather with precision and accuracy. Robert Havell's 1834 creation titled "Common Gull" further emphasizes the artistic appreciation for these magnificent creatures. Havell's attention to detail allows us to marvel at each stroke that brings this bird to life on paper. In George James Rankin's work from 1910 entitled "Common Gull - Lar us can us, " we see another example of art capturing nature's beauty. The artist masterfully depicts this avian species with meticulous brushstrokes that showcase its elegance amidst coastal surroundings. Photography also plays a role in documenting these birds' existence; one captivating image shows an adult winter Common Gull in Northumberland during January. Its plumage stands out against the wintry landscape, reminding us of nature's resilience even during harsh conditions.