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Pelecanus occidentalis
It measures 109 cm. and weighs 3 kg. It is unmistakable. Adults have a dark grayish-brown body. The feathers at the top have a silvery luster. The head and neck are white and the beak is brownish. The bag and the skin of the face and feet are greyish black. During the breeding season, his neck is mainly black. They reach adult plumage final after 3 years.
Marine bird
Spotted on Feb 17, 2006
Submitted on Sep 5, 2011
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Very good photo!! I have not seen many this year.