Sea Gulls Collection (page 4)

Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) adults, in flight, colony returning and wheeling above breeding cliff against stormy sky, Hornoya Island, Varanger, Northern Norway, march

Black-legged Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) two adults, calling, standing on sea ice, Spitzbergen, Svalbard, july

Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) adult feeding chick, nesting colony on red sandstone castle wall, Dunbar Castle, Dunbar Harbour, East Lothian, Scotland, july

Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) adult, in flight over sea, Fowlsheugh RSPB Reserve, Kincardineshire, Grampian, Scotland

Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) adults and juvenile, nesting colony on cliff, Scotland, july

Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) adult pair, mating, Inner Farne, Farne Islands, Northumberland, England, summer

Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) flock, collecting nesting material on clifftop, Fowlsheugh RSPB Reserve, Kincardineshire, Grampian, Scotland

Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) Nest with eggs

Manx Shearwater (Puffinus puffinus) dead young, remains at nesting site killed by gulls, Skomer Island, Pembrokeshire, Wales

Black-legged Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) adult and immature, standing on sea ice, Svalbard, june

Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) juvenile, in flight over sea, Bempton Cliffs RSPB Reserve, East Yorkshire, England, july

Great Skua (Stercorarius skua) immature, feeding on Black-headed Gull (Larus ridibundus) carcass, standing on beach, Norfolk, England, october

Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) adult, in flight, with fish in beak, fishing near shoreline, Varangerfjord, Finnmark, Norway

Black-legged Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) adult, collecting mud for nesting material, Skomer Island, Pembrokeshire, Wales, may

Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) adults, nesting on building in city centre, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, England, june

Black-legged Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) flock, in flight over sea beside glacier, Spitzbergen, Svalbard, july

Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) adult, in low flight over sea, Shetland Islands, Scotland, spring

Dolphin Gull (Larus scoresbii) adults and immatures, flock on seafront, Ushuaia, Beagle Channel, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, november

Great Black-backed Gull (Larus marinus) immature, second winter plumage, in flight over sea, Horsey, Norfolk, England, december

Black-headed Gull (Larus ridibundus) three eggs in nest

Kelp Gull (Larus dominicanus) adult, in flight, Rincon de Cobo, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, april

Grey Gull (Leucophaeus modestus) adult, standing on rock, Arica, Northern Chile, november

Lesser Black-backed Gull (Larus fuscus) Nest and three eggs

Dolphin Gull (Larus scoresbii) immature, standing on rock, Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, august

GtBlack-backed Gull (Larus marinus) Nest and three eggs

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Sea gulls, with their graceful flight and distinctive cries, are a ubiquitous presence in coastal landscapes around the world. They have become synonymous with seaside scenes, where they effortlessly glide above the crashing waves and sandy shores. Just like horses pulling the plough on vast fields or shire horses working diligently to till the soil, sea gulls navigate through the open skies with remarkable agility. In Antarctica, a land of ice and wonder, a map is adorned with illustrations alongside penguins waddling on icy terrain, elephant seals basking in the sun's warmth, shrimp swimming gracefully in frigid waters, and buildings standing as testaments to human exploration. Even amidst this frozen wilderness, sea gulls find their place. In North Norfolk's winter landscape lies a black-headed gull flock donning their muted plumage while following a tractor that tirelessly ploughs stubble fields. This symbiotic relationship between man and nature showcases how these birds adapt to changing seasons for survival. From England's picturesque St. Ives to bustling Liverpool Docks in 1895; from Montauk Point State Park in New York to idyllic coastal scenes dotted with seagulls - these birds have witnessed countless maritime adventures throughout history. Imagine sailing towards uncharted territories aboard The Pinta, The Nina, or The Santa Maria - just as Christopher Columbus did during his voyage to the West Indies in 1492. In vibrant lithographs capturing this historic moment from "The Discovery of America, " colorful sea gulls soar overhead as if guiding explorers towards new horizons. Whether it be boating scenes by quaint seaside towns or puffins dotting rugged coastlines against breathtaking landscapes - sea gulls add an element of charm wherever they roam. So next time you catch sight of these majestic creatures gliding through azure skies or perched atop weathered docks at sunset – take a moment to appreciate their timeless beauty and unwavering presence in our coastal world.