Birds of Ireland: Common gull — or mew gull

In flight the white wing tips are noticeable on adult birds
A seagull just about to have a snack at Kinsale Yacht Club, County Cork. Picture: Larry Cummins

A seagull just about to have a snack at Kinsale Yacht Club, County Cork. Picture: Larry Cummins

Sat, 19 Jul, 2025 - 17:05
Jim Wilson and Mark Carmody

Common Gull (Mew Gull) [Faoileán bán | Larus canus]

The common gull is about 40-42 centimetres long with a wingspan of 110-120 centimetres.

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