Kelp Gull
An apparent adult Kelp Gull found at Brownsville landfill this morning.

Landfill access as below.

An apparent adult Kelp Gull found at Brownsville landfill this morning.

Landfill access as below.

Other stuff seen on south Texas trip.
Amar Ayash is requesting new members for “North American Gulls”– you guys should sign up!!!
Trying to get a mental handle on timing of warbler migration in Texas. So, naturally, I put together a spreadsheet! From Ebird data. Send me an email if you want a PDF of the graphs, comparisons (eg. the 2 waterthresh) and etc.
Gull #5 (same date location). Species? Age? Gull #5 First cycle Ring-billed with pretty advanced feathers on the back – lot of adult gray coming in. Also note shape is perfect for ring bill.
Bummer !!!
Seriously thinking about taking my yak out onto White Rock Lake next time!!! (For the gulls, not the girls!!) Roosting on the water in 1000s and weren’t disturbed by the rowers.