" Its a Sea Gull"

Even before arriving at your chosen seaside you often see the flying antics of a "Sea Gull" announcing the immediacy of your chosen destination.. However, most people would be hard pressed to identify the species of the Gull announcing the attainment of the sought goal. Within the 50 US states there are some 27 species of gulls. Of course not all species are represented at every seashore. For the East coast the two most prevalent gulls are the Laughing Gull and the Ringbilled Gull which is represented in the photo provided. While most often seen on the coast gulls often move inland during the winter months. You may see them at local lakes or even on large paved parking lots where they gather in large numbers. Who hasn't enjoyed feeding gulls leftover bread pieces by tossing them up in the air on the beach or from the bow of a boat on the open water. Gulls are very adept at making in flight catches. At times I have felt threatened by the mass of gulls that sometimes accumulate during this feeding process. It just wouldn't be the same without gulls at the beach.