Psilos Bird Photography

Common Gull

Larus canus

A resident gull also known as the Mew gull in the US, this is a gull that is found mostly on the coast. Despite its name this is not a common species in many areas. A very dainty gull identified by its green legs and yellow legs. Increasingly seen in towns in the winter, as well as farm fields and estuaries. Breeds on the side of lakes, bogs, moors and on cliff faces. Feeds on a diet of worms, insects, fish, carrion and scraps. This bird can also be found in North America and Asia.