Isla de las Gaviotas, Montevideo facts for kids
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Seagulls Island (also known as Isla de las Gaviotas in Spanish) is a tiny island in the Río de la Plata. It's located very close to the coast of Montevideo, Uruguay, only about 300 meters away from the shore.
This small island is a fantastic spot for birdwatching, which means observing birds in their natural home. Many different kinds of birds visit or live on Seagulls Island, making it a lively place for nature lovers.
Birds of Seagulls Island
Seagulls Island is a special home for many bird species. Here are some of the birds you might spot there:
- Cattle Egret (Bubulcus ibis): These white birds are often seen near cattle, eating insects that the animals stir up.
- Great Egret (Casmerodius albus): A large, elegant white heron with a long, S-shaped neck.
- Rock Dove (Columba livia): Also known as the common pigeon, these birds are found all over the world.
- Snowy Egret (Egretta thula): A medium-sized white heron with black legs and bright yellow feet.
- Magnificent Frigatebird (Fregata magnificens): A large seabird known for its long, forked tail and the male's bright red throat pouch.
- Red-gartered Coot (Fulica armillata): A water bird with a dark body and a distinctive red band on its leg.
- American Oystercatcher (Haematopus palliatus): A striking shorebird with a black head, brown body, and a long, bright orange bill.
- Kelp Gull (Larus dominicanus): A common large gull found in coastal areas, often seen near fishing boats.
- Brown-hooded Gull (Chroicocephalus maculipennis): A smaller gull with a dark brown head during breeding season.
- Black-crowned Night Heron (Nycticorax nycticorax): A stocky heron that hunts mostly at night.
- Neotropic Cormorant (Nannopterum brasilianum): A diving bird that catches fish underwater.
- Great Kiskadee (Pitangus sulphuratus): A colorful bird with a yellow belly and a loud call, often found near water.
- Fork-tailed Flycatcher (Tyrannus savana): A sleek bird with a very long, forked tail.
- Southern Giant Petrel (Macronectes giganteus): A very large seabird known for its impressive wingspan.
See also
In Spanish: Isla de las Gaviotas (Uruguay) para niños
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