Fascinating shot of a Hartlaub's Gull in its natural habitat on Dyer Island (00000628)
Description: The Hartlaub's gull, scientifically known as Larus hartlaubii, gracefully glides across the azure sky above Dyer Island. This fascinating species of gull breeds alongside the Swift tern on the island and is native to the west coast of southern Africa. With its elegant flight and plunge-diving hunting behavior, the Hartlaub's gull feeds on invertebrates and small fish. A breathtaking natural spectacle that captures the beauty and grace of these birds in their natural habitat.
Location: Western Cape, Dyer Island, South Africa
Date of Capture: 12.05.2000