LEE HF VAN DER (1986) Short contributions: Herring Gull Larus argentatus takes Avocet Recurvirostra avosetta in the air. LIMOSA 59 (4): 191-191.

Pied Avocet Recurvirostra avosetta European Herring Gull Larus argentatus On 13 August 1986, it was seen how a Herring Gull took an Avocet in the air after a deliberate pursuit. A few moments later the gull dropped the Avocet. Later the gull landed near the Avocet and killed the bird. During 15 minutes the gull was feeding on its victim

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