2cy large gull, S Yorkshire (2 Viewers)

[davpen]

Hi, looking for pointers on the ID of this 2cy gull which flew through a moorland reservoir in S Yorks this morning, 29/04/25. Thanks.

 

[lou salomon]

Always a bit difficult with individuals showing such strong growth bars giving them a pied aspect. But tail pattern, advanced look of scapulars with some being greyish 3rd generation and venetian blind look to inner primaries strongly hint towards YLG.

 

[davpen]

Thanks Lou.