As I tried to point out last time (See A Miraculous Bird) gulls do not get the respect they deserve. Far from it. Despite their reputation they’re smart. Talented too. Not only have they learned to stand in V formations (A Miraculous Bird) to lessen drag they have also learned to dance. From each other! Smart.
Why they dance has been a mystery for some time. But researchers now think they know the reason.
Apparently when the gulls dance, the rhythm and vibration sound like rain. This fools worms into coming to the surface. Bam. Breakfast. Smart.
See? There’s proof. Documented. Scientific.
Gulls are smarter than worms. :)
Boring Fact: There are no resident seagulls in Hawaii. The only sighting of a California Gull was in 1977. A few other species are occasionally seen. But it turns out they’re like most of us. Just visiting from the mainland.
Distinguishing Marks: Black and orange dots on their beak. Red around the eye. Light gray wings. Yellow-green legs. Annoying.
