Common Black Headed Gull Collection

Black-headed gull (Chroicocephalus ridibundus) in flight, artistically blurred photograph, Cheshire, UK, February. Highly Commended in the British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPA) competition 2013

Black-headed gull (Chroicocephalus ridibundus) alighting on water at dawn, Cheshire, UK, November. Highly Commended in the British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPA) competition 2013

Black-headed gull (Chroicocephalus ridibundus) flock flying over a frozen lake in falling snow, Wiltshire, UK, March

Black-headed gull (chroicocephalus ridibundus) diving into water, hunting fish / shellfish at sunrise. Baltic Sea, Poland. Sequence 1 of 2

Common Black-headed Gull, 1864 (colour litho)
999039 Common Black-headed Gull, 1864 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-populAaren Naturgeschichte der VAogel in)

Black-headed gull (Chroicocephalus ridibundus) carrying nesting material, Brenne, France, May

Black headed gull (Chroicocephalus ridibundus) taking off, detail of legs and water droplets, Pusztaszer, Hungary, April

Black headed gull (Chroicocephalus ridibundus) taking flight, artistically blurred photograph. Cheshire, UK, October. Highly honoured in the Art in Nature category of the Natures Best Windland Smith

Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Common Black-headed Gull, Netherlands

Common Black-headed Gull feeding young, Chroicocephalus ridibundus

Common Black-headed Gull with nesting material, Chroicocephalus ridibundus

Common Black-headed Gull nesting, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Netherlands

Common Black-headed Gull flying, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Netherlands

Common Black-headed Gull calling on pole, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Netherlands

Common Black-headed Gull swimming with spread wings, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Hungary

Common Black-headed Gull mating at waterside, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Hungary

Common Black-headed Gull standing at waterside, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Hungary

Common Black-headed Gull staring in the camera, Croicocephalus ridibundus, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Hungary

Common Black-headed Gull swimming at night, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Hungary

Common Black-headed Gull catching a fish, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Hungary

Common Black-headed Gull eating fish, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Hungary

Common Black-headed Gull calling at congener, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Hungary

Common Black-headed Gull with a fish in its beak, Croicocephalus ridibundus, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Hungary

Common Black-headed Gull calling in water, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Hungary

Common Black-headed Gull preening in water, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Hungary

Common Black-headed Gull swimming with nesting material in beak, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Hungary

Common Black-headed Gull bathing, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Hungary

Common Black-headed Gull standing, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Hungary

Common Black-headed Gull perched on bridge, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Netherlands

Common Black-headed Gull and Eurasian Coot fighting for food, Fulica atra, Chroicocephalus ridibundus

Common Black-headed Gull in flight, Chroicocephalus ridibundus

Common Black-headed Gull adult winter flying, Chroicocephalus ridibundus

Common Black-headed Gull winterplumage flying above water, Chroicocephalus ridibundus, Italy

Larus ridibundus, common black-headed gull
Plate 64 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 5 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Barred olivine chondrule from the Palmyra ordinary chondrite (the chondrule is about 1.2mm across)

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The common black-headed gull, scientifically known as Chroicocephalus ridibundus, is a captivating bird that can be found in various settings and engaging in different activities. In one artistically blurred photograph, we witness the graceful flight of this species, showcasing its agility and elegance. Another image captures the serene moment of a black-headed gull alighting on water at dawn in Cheshire, UK. The November scene exudes tranquility and showcases the bird's affinity for peaceful environments. In an award-winning photograph taken in Barycz Valley, Poland during the Vogelwarte Photo Competition 2022, a great egret stands amidst a flock of black-headed gulls. This striking juxtaposition highlights both the unique beauty of each species and their harmonious coexistence. During winter months, these birds adapt to colder conditions as depicted by a flock flying over a frozen lake amidst falling snowflakes. Their resilience is evident as they navigate through challenging weather patterns. At daybreak, another stunning shot captures a flock of black-headed gulls soaring across the sky with ethereal light illuminating their wings. This spectacle exemplifies their collective strength and unity. The diving behavior of these birds is showcased in yet another photo where one plunges into water with precision and gracefulness while hunting for food such as shellfish from sea depths. Historical depictions also exist capturing this species' presence throughout time; an 1864 color lithograph titled "Common Black-headed Gull" offers insight into how long humans have been fascinated by these creatures. Their nesting habits are beautifully captured when witnessing them carrying nesting material within Brenne's natural habitat—a testament to their dedication to creating safe spaces for future generations. Even details like legs covered in droplets after taking off or observing them donning winter plumage at Titchwell RSPB reserve provide glimpses into their daily lives that may otherwise go unnoticed.