March 1, 2023

I am known as a Ring-billed Gull

From behind, I can be hard to discern

But you can see the ring for which I am named

When my head is a little turned.

Location: Sebastian Inlet State Park

Sources: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Ring-billed_Gull/id

Photo and text © 2022 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

February 9, 2021

I am known as Larus Delawarensis,

More commonly, Ring-billed Gull, 

I mostly eat insects, rodents and grain

I also like French Fries, and sometimes indulge.  

Location: Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge, Joe Michael Memorial Trail

Sources: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Ring-billed_Gull/lifehistory

Photo and text © 2021 Dee Fairbanks Simpson