Shorebirds and Seabirds of the Central California Coastline— Blog Series Post # 3
From its rocky coastline to the depths of the fantastic Monterey Canyon, the Central California shoreline and its overseas waters are home to a varied range of fascinating birds. Its environment variety and well-known seaside cold-water upwelling currents are the trick to its remarkable bird population. In each post fans will enjoy my premium pictures while finding out about the nature of these fascinating birds.
A Reflections of the Natural World Blog Post Series by Jim Gain
WHAT’S IN A NAME
Heermann’s Gull– Larus heermanni
L. larus rapacious seabird; Dr Adolphus Lewis Heermann (1821-1865) United States explorer, field biologist, collector
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Heermann’s Gull (Larus heermanni) is an unique seaside bird types discovered along the western coast of North America. It has a striking look with a mainly dark gray to black plumage on its head, wings, and back, which contrasts greatly with its white underparts. Throughout the reproducing season, it likewise includes a red expense with a black idea and legs. Among its most identifiable functions is its white head, which sticks out plainly versus its dark body, making it quickly recognizable amongst gull types
Heermann’s Gull is an exceptional seaside bird with a special nature. It types on islands in the Gulf of California and along the Pacific coast of North America, mostly in Mexico. These gulls are understood for their pelagic way of life, investing much of their time foraging at sea, where they dive to capture fish and other marine victim.
One interesting element of their nature is their relationship with Brown Pelicans. Heermann’s Gulls are typically observed feeding near groups of Brown Pelicans, as pelicans can press education fish to the surface area, making them more available to the gulls. This cooperative feeding habits advantages both types and is a remarkable example of interspecies interaction in the natural world
HABITAT MOST LIKELY TO BE ENCOUNTERED
Usually discovered near to coast and in bays and lagoons, however might happen more than a mile from coast.
