Lesser black backed gull - psilos bird photography

This scavenging pirate of the skies can now be found in many different habitat areas throughout the year. During the breeding season it is found mainly in coastal areas though it will also breed on upload moors and increasingly on rooftops in urban areas. In the winter they can be found on farmland, especially ploughed fields, rubbish tips and sewage works. Large roosts during these months can also be found on large reservoirs. The world population of this bird is found exclusively in Europe with 40% being found in the UK. A species in decline the UK is therefore a very important breeding area for these birds. UK birds are resident but during the winter months there is also an influx of Scandinavian birds, which are darker than UK breeding birds. Young birds have scaly black-brown upperparts and a neat wing pattern. They take four years to reach maturity. The maximum lifespan is 34 years.