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Lesser black-backed gulls (Larus fuscus), Herring gulls (Larus argentatus), Black-headed gulls (Chroicocephalus ridibundus) and Starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) feeding on landfill site, Pitsea, Essex, England, UK, November 2011. Did you know? Gulls can show tool using behaviour - for example using bait to catch fish
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Feathered Foodies Unite - A Gourmet Gathering at Pitsea Landfill!
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. In this snapshot captured by Terry Whittaker, the avian residents of Pitsea, Essex put on a show-stopping display of culinary expertise. Lesser black-backed gulls, Herring gulls, Black-headed gulls, and Starlings have flocked together for an epic feast at the local landfill site. As they gracefully hover in mid-air with their wings outstretched, these feathered foodies showcase their impeccable dining skills. With beaks poised and eyes locked on their target morsels amidst the refuse below, it's clear that no scrap will go unnoticed or untasted! But there's more to these gulls than meets the eye. Did you know that they possess remarkable tool-using behavior? These intelligent birds have been known to employ bait as a clever trick to catch fish! Talk about gourmet ingenuity! This stunning photograph is part of the 2020VISION project by Nature Picture Library and RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds). It beautifully captures not only the vibrant energy of these urban landscapes but also highlights how wildlife adapts and thrives even in unexpected environments like landfills. So next time you spot a seagull swooping overhead or perched near your favorite seaside café, remember that beneath those feathers lies a world full of surprises - from fine dining techniques to ingenious problem-solving abilities!
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