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NWT Ross's Gull Rhodostethia rosea
Subject: NWT Ross's Gull Rhodostethia rosea
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NWT Ross's Gull Rhodostethia rosea


NWT Ross's Gull Rhodostethia rosea

NWT Wildlife and Fisheries - Ross' Gull

NWT Ross's Gull
Rhodostethia rosea
Canadian Status:
THREATENED

Description
These
small arctic gulls are best distinguished by their wedge-shaped tails and
pigeon-like flight. Like many other gulls, the feathers on the upper-parts
of a Ross' Gull's wings and back are gray. Their breast, belly and head
are white or pale gray. They have red feet and black bills.
During the breeding season, Ross’ Gulls gain a black neck ring
and their breast and belly takes on a shrimp pink tinge. The young have a
black ear spot and black tipped wings and tail.

gull
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