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John Fordham

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I thought initially that this Gull had a totally red bill but does have some yellow at the base. Is the size of a Herring Gull. Coud you please help with ID - is it 'just' a Herring?

Sorry about picture quality - taken long distance in partial darkness.

Many thanks

John
 

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hmm it might have been feeding on meat of some sort and got its bill stained red......it looks like a herring.....but i am in no means and expert
 
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