Fascinating aerial shots of the Hartlaub's gull from South Africa (00000625)
Description: The Hartlaub's gull (Larus hartlaubii) is a fascinating species of gull that is native to Dyer Island on the west coast of South Africa. These elegant birds breed alongside the Swift terns (Sterna bergii) and are known for their impressive aerial acrobatics. Their diet mainly consists of invertebrates and small fish, which they catch through spectacular plunge-diving maneuvers. Experience the beauty of nature in action with these stunning aerial shots of the Hartlaub's gull.
Location: Western Cape, Dyer Island, South Africa
Date of Capture: 12.05.2000