: Breeds. mid May-early Aug on Petit Manan Island (about 820 pairs in 2021). Isolated pairs may breed within other known gull colonies. Wandering individuals, presumably from Petit Manan Island, May-July along the eastern shore of MDI. May-Jul in the area and . No records from fresh water.
: to along the and outer bays late April-late May with from mid Apr, and again early Aug-mid Nov with to early Dec. Late birds are regularly seen at Seawall Pond and picnic area. elsewhere on saltwater. No records from fresh water.
Miscellany: The Laughing Gull colony on Petit Manan Island is limited by the USFW to about 500 pairs to reduce their depredations on the other species of seabirds that share the island.
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Last Updated: October 25th, 2022