Caspian Gull? Tehran, Iran (1 Viewer)

Abraham Shokouhi

Well-known member

• Jan 17, 2020

• #1

I am almost sure that all 3 gulls are Caspian but the middle one has a different size, bill shape, and color. Would you please help me to know more about them.

 

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lou salomon

the birdonist

• Jan 17, 2020

• #2

because it's of a younger age (probably 4cy to be precise). they look like caspian gulls allright but without an open wing it's always a bit tricky. male steppe gulls can look identic.

 

Abraham Shokouhi

Well-known member

• Jan 18, 2020

• #3

lou salomon said:

because it's of a younger age (probably 4cy to be precise). they look like caspian gulls allright but without an open wing it's always a bit tricky. male steppe gulls can look identic.

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Thank you. I attached an open winged photo.

 

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davpen

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• Jan 18, 2020

• #4

Wing tip on this bird looks ok for Caspian I think (and not good for Steppe).

David

 

lou salomon

the birdonist

• Jan 18, 2020

• #5

perfectly cachinnans :t: