Glaucous Gull in Northampton County! ~ January 2, 1999

While participating in the Bethlehem-Easton-Hellertown Christmas Bird Count, I stopped at the Chain Dam near Glendon to see what was there. I was amazed to find a first-winter Glaucous Gull! Since I was alone and without a camera, I drove back home, grabbed my camera, met up with Arlene Koch, and headed back down there. Luckily, the bird was still there and I was able to get a couple identifiable photos. This bird represents the 1st record for Northampton County!

Glaucous Gull at the Chain Dam near Glendon, Northampton County. Note the heavy, two-toned bill, large head and body, and unmarked wingtips.

Glaucous Gull at the Chain Dam near Glendon, Northampton County. Note the cream-colored appearance, heavy body, and unmarked wingtips.

It was great to be able to find another new bird for the county and add it to my county list.

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