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American White Pelican

Pelecanus erythrorhynchos

Description:

Pelicans are large water birds in the family Pelecanidae. They are characterised by a long beak and large throat pouch, used in catching, and draining water from, their prey.

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Liam
Liam 11 years ago
American White Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos American White Pelican


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Crystal Simmons
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Crystal Simmons

Bridge City, Texas, USA

Spotted on Jun 4, 2012
Submitted on Jun 5, 2012

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