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THE BONAPART’S GULL

 

1440 copyUnlike most species of gulls, Bonapart’s gulls nest in trees.

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Baby Bonapart’s gulls stayed in the nest for a day before jumping out and heading for nearby boreal ponds.

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The aggressive and noisy Bonaparte’s gulls emit ear-splitting screams and drop hot, slimy poop bombs as they drive away enemies from their eggs and young, leaving enemies from ravens to eagles to nosy photographers diving for cover.

 

 

 

 

 

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Bonaparte’s gull attacks!

To view video of Bonaparte’s gull click the link below.

https://youtu.be/McD5yGHTbdU