Despite their bad reputation, seagulls are incredible and resilient birds deserving of our respect – but not our french fries. Commonly seen gulls like the herring, ring-billed, and California gulls have adapted to live among humans all over the United States, so if you’re enjoying a relaxing Florida beach vacation and eating a snack while sunbathing, you’re probably going to find yourself making eye contact with one of these hungry birds. Unfortunately, you shouldn’t share.