Graceful Hartlaub's Gull in its Natural Habitat on Dyer Island in South Africa (00004063)

Graceful Hartlaub's Gull on Stony Ground

Description: The Hartlaub's gull (Larus hartlaubii) is a fascinating species of gull that breeds on Dyer Island on the west coast of South Africa. Sharing this habitat with the Swift tern, these birds primarily feed on invertebrates and small fish, which they catch through plunge diving. Their striking appearance and graceful flight make them a sought-after subject for nature photographers.

Location: Western Cape, Dyer Island, South Africa

Date of Capture: 13.05.2001