Jubail, as it is close to the Arabian
Gulf is a good place to see water birds. Terns are always present and this time
of year they are mainly Caspian Terns, Gull-billed Terns and migrant
White-winged Terns. Duck can sometimes be seen if the disturbance levels are
low including Northern Shoveler, Eurasian Teal and Garganey. Other birds that
are common are herons with Little Egret and Indian Reef Heron being the most
common at this time of year. Three of the more unusual Glossy Ibis were also
seen recently. Large numbers of gulls use the area in winter but at present
Slender-billed Gulls are the only gulls seen in any numbers.
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| Caspian Tern |
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| Caspian Tern |
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| Caspian Tern |
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| Northern Shoveler |
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| Slender-billed Gull |