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Brown pelican

Pelecanus occidentalis

Description:

Like all pelicans, this species has a very large bill, 28-34.8 cm (11-13.7 in) long, with a gular pouch on the bottom for draining water when it scoops out prey.

Habitat:

Near a beach

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Maria dB
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Maria dB

Mexico

Spotted on Dec 16, 2012
Submitted on Dec 31, 2012

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