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Lesser
Black-backed Gull, Larus fuscus graellsii
Subadult, March
Frederick County Landfill, Maryland,
USA
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This had reduced, or no, white tips on the outermost
primaries with no sign of wear. The bill had more extensive dark
markings on both mandibles than winter adults often do. The legs were also a slightly
unusual shade. It seems a bit advanced for a bird in its 3rd
winter?
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