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Galapagos Island Bird "Lava Gull"Galapagos Lava Gull  If you could find the strangest gull on Earth, you must be visiting the Galapagos Islands.In general, gulls are seabirds highly associated with human impact (garbage dumps, parking lots, etc). Since they are opportunistic and somewhat scavengers, human inhabitation and development have certainly helped the gulls' establishment and reproductive success. Lava gulls have an endemic status, since they have only been reported from the Galapagos Archipelago Their territorial behavior, well camouflaged dark grey plumage, a distinctive loud call (similar to a laughing gull but with a twist), and coastal nesting, make this gull an unusual species. Although the Galapagos Islands from Ecuador do have some scavenging resources (dead birds and sea lions), these are not enough for a large population of gulls. A true ecological equilibrium is seen here with a clear relationship between population size versus the available food sources. The Islands and sites where this Galapagos Island bird can be best seen, include Santa Cruz Island (National Park dock), James (Puerto Egas), Genovesa ( Darwin Bay), and Fernandina Island (Punta Espinoza). In many anchoring locations, it is quite common to have them on boat decks as permanent visitors. Visit Galapagos and enjoy the magic of its natural beauty... Galapagos Recommended Reading:A Guide to the Birds of the Galapagos Islands It offers unprecedented comprehensive coverage. This field guide presents every Galapagos Island bird species to have been recorded within the Archipelago, including accidentals and vagrants. (A very informative book for those looking to know more about the birds in Galapagos). The Diving Guide: Galapagos Islands
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