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January 22, 1927
The St. Paul Echo
St. Paul, Minneapolis, Ramsey County, Hennepin County, Minnesota
What is this article about?
Article describes over 50 species of sea gulls, their sizes from pigeon to goose, nesting habits on ground, swamps, cliffs or trees, materials used, colonial nesting with noise when disturbed, perching on shores, and global presence around large bodies of water.
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Where Sea Gulls Nest
Over 50 species of sea gulls are known, ranging in size from that of a pigeon to that of a goose. Naturally they differ much in habits. But generally speaking they nest on the ground along the shore, in swamps or on rocky cliffs. A few species nest in trees. The nests are composed of moss, seaweed, dry grass or marsh weed. When the nest is in the trees it is built on a foundation of sticks and twigs. Gulls usually nest in colonies and the birds set up a clamorous noise when their colonies are disturbed. They perch on the ground along the shore, rarely in trees. Sea gulls are found around large bodies of water in nearly every part of the world.
Over 50 species of sea gulls are known, ranging in size from that of a pigeon to that of a goose. Naturally they differ much in habits. But generally speaking they nest on the ground along the shore, in swamps or on rocky cliffs. A few species nest in trees. The nests are composed of moss, seaweed, dry grass or marsh weed. When the nest is in the trees it is built on a foundation of sticks and twigs. Gulls usually nest in colonies and the birds set up a clamorous noise when their colonies are disturbed. They perch on the ground along the shore, rarely in trees. Sea gulls are found around large bodies of water in nearly every part of the world.
What sub-type of article is it?
Curiosity
Animal Story
What themes does it cover?
Nature
What keywords are associated?
Sea Gulls
Nesting Habits
Bird Colonies
Shore Nesting
Global Distribution
Where did it happen?
Around Large Bodies Of Water In Nearly Every Part Of The World
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Around Large Bodies Of Water In Nearly Every Part Of The World
Story Details
Over 50 species of sea gulls range in size from pigeon to goose, nest on ground along shores, swamps, rocky cliffs or in trees using moss, seaweed, grass, or sticks; they nest in colonies, make noise when disturbed, perch on shores, and are found globally around large waters.