California Gull at the Tip of Point Pelee

A second summer (alternate) California Gull was at the tip of Point Pelee on 12 May 2015. Here it is compared to larger Herring Gull behind it and smaller Ring-billed Gulls on each side.

 

It has no head streaking at this time of year. 12 May 2015.

 

California Gull mantle is darker than Herring and Ring-billed. The eye is noticeably dark. 12 May 2015.