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Brown Pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

Description:

Pelican with rufous crown on a white head (some have this and some don't). The wings are gray and brown. There is red near the tip of the bill that can be seen on the fourth image.

Habitat:

Sandstone cliffs above surf.

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Brown Pelican
Pelecanus occidentalis


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San Diego, California, USA

Spotted on May 4, 2012
Submitted on May 5, 2012

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