Franklin's Gull
Leucophaeus pipixcan
(Wagler, 1831)
Least Concern
A
British & Irish Rarity Status: Rare
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Franklin's Gull - Cornwall © Mike Barker
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Franklin's Gull - Down © Paul & Andrea Kelly
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Franklin's Gull - China © Alister Benn
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Franklin's Gull - Wicklow © Paul & Andrea Kelly
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Franklin's Gull - Wicklow © Paul & Andrea Kelly
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Franklin's Gull - Galway © Derek Charles
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