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Brown Pelican
jmorlan

Brown Pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis)

This pelican with pouch partially extended shows brownish head and back indicating an immature. It has been a banner year for them with exceptionally high numbers of this formerly endangered species along our coast. Upwards of 75-80% of the birds we have been seeing this year are immature indicating an outstanding nesting season on their breeding islands in Mexico.
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Location
Half Moon Bay, California, USA
Date taken
25 August 2020
Scientific name
Pelecanus occidentalis
Equipment used
Canon PowerShot SX60 HS
delia todd
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It's wonderful to hear that at least this species is thriving Joe.

A very fine image you've got of this youngster my friend. Very well done lad.
 
KC Foggin
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Always great to hear that a species is doing well in numbers and a lovey image Joe!
 

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