The Herring gull, more commonly known as the seagull, is a common sight on most beaches and along coastlines. It is more powerfully built than most other birds, with heavy bills and bodies. It has long, broad wings that have a grey plumage while the rest of the body is usually white.

It is an adaptable bird that feeds on small surface-dwelling fish, young birds and mammals and even scavenges from waste and sewage. Herring gull nests can be found on cliff slopes, islands and beaches. The nest is usually made of weed and grass in a hollow in the ground or is sometimes built on a tree or even in a building.

Male and female birds look alike, though the male is often larger in size. A female gull usually lays around two to three eggs.

This is one of the few birds that has readily adapted itself to a life alongside humans and can be found in areas which are located very close to human habitation.