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American White Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
38.8258, -104.798
Field Notes
Description:
Very large bird, entirely white save for black wingtips and orange or yellow beak.
Habitat:
A small flock was floating in the middle of Prospect Lake, a large artificial reservoir in Memorial Park near downtown Colorado Springs. The lake is stocked with trout, which may have been an added stimulus in attracting these majestic birds.
Notes:
I nearly missed this shot. I had my back turned to the lake, engaged in a conversation with a friendly stranger when the flock made a swift but graceful exit.
Reference Links:
American White Pelican - Pelecanus erythrorhynchos - Overview
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Photographed
PublishedApril 24, 2013
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