Mew Gull (Larus canus), Wahweap Boat Ramp, Lake Powell, Coconino County

This adult Mew Gull was found and photographed by Shaun Putz on 02 April 2010 at Wahweap Boat Ramp, Glen Canyon Recreation Area on Lake Powell.

Prior to this year, there had only been 10 records of Mew Gull in Arizona and none since 1999.  This however is the second one reported this year. 

The unmarked bill and large scapular crescents separate this bird from adult Ring-billed Gull.

02 April 2010, photo by Shaun Putz

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