I find all gulls beautiful even if they are nasty and mean at times. They are definitely survivors and will do anything to grab food from other birds or humans. I've seen them swoop down and grab food out of someone's hand while the person was walking along enjoying their snack. The first thing I do when I go to the coast is look for the gulls. I took these last January at Shell Beach.
Soon, not sure when, I'll be heading back up the coast to enjoy more time with the shorebirds and of course family.
Until I do I have my photos from last January, many of which I'v'e never edited or posted.