Australian Pelican
Australian Pelican
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A very large and highly nomadic pelican found across Australasia, characterized by its white plumage, black flight feathers, and one of the longest bills of any bird.
Where to spot
Large freshwater and saltwater wetlands, estuaries, and coastal areas across Australia, New Guinea, Indonesia, and New Zealand. Highly nomadic, following water availability.
How to spot
Look for its impressive size, white body, black wingtips (visible in flight), and exceptionally long pinkish bill. Often seen floating on water or flying in V-formations.
When to spot
Year-round, but movements can be unpredictable. Easily observed during daylight hours, often in large flocks.
Where to spot
Large freshwater and saltwater wetlands, estuaries, and coastal areas across Australia, New Guinea, Indonesia, and New Zealand. Highly nomadic, following water availability.
How to spot
Look for its impressive size, white body, black wingtips (visible in flight), and exceptionally long pinkish bill. Often seen floating on water or flying in V-formations.
When to spot
Year-round, but movements can be unpredictable. Easily observed during daylight hours, often in large flocks.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The Australian Pelican has the longest bill of any bird, reaching up to 49 cm (19.5 inches), which it uses as a scoop-net for fishing.
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Spotted
- Recently spotted
- 7974 (Seen in the last 3 months)
- Last spotted
- 2 weeks ago
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