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For our first seagull of 2025 we have this superb submission from Julia M, who took this shot in early January at Helensburgh reservoir. The snow covered hills in the background give an idea of how chilly it was to start the year!
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We couldn’t get enough of the high tide reflections on the calmer days in November. Whilst taking pictures from the pier, it was good fortune to capture this seagull swooping above the shoreline – tantalisingly close to being in line with the Henry Bell Monument. So close to being the perfect shot!
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October’s seagull of the month was spotted sitting in the middle of the barren land on Helensburgh’s seafront during the rally to support development of the area for public leisure. Hopefully, this seagull will continue to stage her sit-in protest at the shady dealing’s that led to this public space being handed over to commercial […]
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This baby seagull was spotted in late September, hanging around on the grass opposite Dino’s. She’s probably waiting in hope that somebody drops an ice cream for her to swoop in for a taste of. As autumn takes hold, it won’t be long before it’s too cold for that kind of treat.
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This baby seagull was spotted on Helensburgh Pier calling after its mother, who was never more than a few metres away. The mother seagull likely wanted a break from the constant noise but soon returned to shepherd their baby back along the pier. Seagull chicks can leave the nest within 24 hours of hatching but […]
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This majestic gull was captured swooping over the barren seafront development site in the beautiful light of the golden hour in early July, with the clock tower in the background. From the height he’s at, he can easily tell that there’s a greater need for public recreational space than there is for retail outlets.
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Leaping into action from the roof of The Beachcomber Cafe at Kidston Park, this seagull thought he’d swoop in to steal a chip from a hungry customer. Fast reactions to cover them up were enough to put him off and he was soon perched back on the roof waiting for another opportunity!
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The weather turned a bit cold and blustery toward the end of April and this busy ‘gull with a beak full of nesting material was spotted fighting the headwind above Tower Place.
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This seagull was spotted swooping into a strong headwind and diving to skim the water just off Helensburgh Pier. Captured on a beautifully sunny evening on the last day of March 2024 – quite the contrast to the seagull spotted amidst the snow in December 2023!
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Strong winds to end the month made for good gliding conditions. This seagull was seen battling the stiff breeze just beyond the sea wall near Cairndhu Gardens.
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