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Great white pelican

Pelecanus onocrotalus

Photo by KarenSaxton
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Large white pelican(note size compared to flamingos and water buffalo). They form feeding circles and all dive at once creating a surge that makes it easier to catch the schools of fish

Habitat:

Lakes

Notes:

Single male zebras are often found near herds or flocks of other animals. using the cover of the herd or flock and providing their own sharp eyes for protection

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (3)
alicelongmartin
Great series of pictures with bonus of other animals on the fringe and I like your information.

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PublishedJune 23, 2011

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