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	Slaty-backed Gull (schistisagus) 1st cycle (1CY), October 11 2012, Nemuro, Hokkaido, Japan. Picture: Shiroto.Visit Shiroto's website for many more gull pictures from Japan! Several upper scaps replaced for 2nd gen feathers. Bold pattern on wing-coverts (especially barring on inner GC) in this bird. 
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