- Body: Young seagulls have plump bodies with fluffy, down-like feathers.
- Coloration: They are usually born with a mottled brown or gray coloration that provides excellent camouflage in their natural habitat.
- Head and Face: Their heads are often paler than their body feathers, with a round and fluffy appearance.
- Beak: The beak of a young seagull is shorter and weaker compared to adults. It can be pale yellow, orange, or pinkish.
- Eyes: Their eyes are dark and positioned on either side of their heads, giving them a wide field of vision.
- Size: Baby seagulls are relatively small compared to adults, but their size varies depending on the species.
Growth and Development:
- Hatching: Chicks hatch after an incubation period of several weeks.
- Nestlings: Initially, they are completely dependent on their parents for food and protection, staying in the nest and growing their feathers.
- Fledglings: As they mature, young seagulls develop their flight feathers and start venturing outside the nest, practicing flying skills and exploring their surroundings.
- Transition to Adulthood: Over time, their plumage changes, and they gradually take on the adult coloration characteristic of their species.