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Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
One of the largest birds in North America. That bump/horn on its bill signifies this is a breeding adult.
Apparently the American White Pelican comes inland to breed, however, on this day, this was the only one to be found on the lake.
Spotted on Mar 28, 2012
Submitted on Mar 30, 2012
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Never saw one with a bump like that. Thanks for sharing