Brown Pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis)

Brown Pelican, Pelecanus occidentalis

Palm Beach Gardens, FL
2016-01-07

Brown Pelican is a large aquatic bird of the family Pelecanidae. It has a brown back, a white neck, and a large bill with a sac. Brown pelican is the smallest species of all pelicans. Brown pelican is the state bird of Louisiana.

Brown Pelican, Pelecanus occidentalis

Palm Beach Gardens, FL
2016-01-07

The photo shows the bird in flight.

Brown Pelican, Pelecanus occidentalis

Palm Beach Gardens, FL
2016-01-07

The photo shows its webbed feet.

Other Pelecanidae species:

American White Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

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