On Rawcliffe Lake, and unudually on its own. Black Headed Gulls are normally found in groups.
The black-headed gull is a familiar sight on farmland, wetland and coastal habitats throughout the UK. It nests on saltmarshes and on islands in flooded gravel pits and reservoirs, and sometimes forms very large, noisy colonies. There are about 140,000 breeding pairs in the UK and about 2.2 million wintering birds each year.
And its black head? Well, this bird is in its winter plumage. Its black head appears in summer - and when it does appear it isn't really black, it is deep brown.
Thank you all for your lovely comments and favs, they are very much appreciated.
Although the grey weather of recent days has given some good photo opportunities I am really looking forward to a little sunshine. The grey days can be so depressing.
Sorry we missed you! I had planned to be in the city centre yesterday to take photos of a few recent changes, but it didn't happen. The Christmas Market starts in a few days, and I try and avoid the city centre while that is taking place, because it is just too busy.
Nice gull.
Thank you all for your lovely comments and favs, they are very much appreciated.
Although the grey weather of recent days has given some good photo opportunities I am really looking forward to a little sunshine. The grey days can be so depressing.
Ian
Sorry we missed you! I had planned to be in the city centre yesterday to take photos of a few recent changes, but it didn't happen. The Christmas Market starts in a few days, and I try and avoid the city centre while that is taking place, because it is just too busy.
Ian
I agree, it would be good to meet face to face!
Ian