American White Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Pelecaniformes · Pelecanidae
About
The American white pelican is a large aquatic soaring bird from the order Pelecaniformes. It breeds in interior North America, moving south and to the coasts, as far as Costa Rica, in winter.
Fun Fact
The bill is huge and flat on the top, with a large throat sac below, and, in the breeding season, is vivid orange in color, as is the bare skin around the eye and the feet.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found on islands in the rapids of the Slave River between Fort Fitzgerald, Alberta and Fort Smith, Northwest Territories.
Diet
Eats more than four pounds (1.
Lifespan
16 years
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance
External Data Sources
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