Birdwatch: Going to the Galápagos for the gulls
A nature enthusiast recounts their experience birdwatching in the Galápagos Islands, specifically seeking out the nocturnal swallow-tailed gull and the rare lava gull. The article highlights the unique adaptations of these species and the importance of conservation in the archipelago.
Why it matters
It provides insight into biodiversity and the ecological significance of endemic species in a rapidly changing environment.
The only nocturnal member of its family, the swallow-tailed gull’s huge eyes allow it to forage at night. Photograph: Jorge De La Quintana View image in fullscreen The only nocturnal member of its family, the swallow-tailed gull’s huge eyes allow it to forage at night. Photograph: Jorge De La Quintana Birdwatch Birdwatching Birdwatch: Going to the Galápagos for the gulls While most visitors prefer the finches, tropicbirds and blue-footed boobies, some are drawn to less glamorous species
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