Pink-backed Pelican
Pink-backed Pelican
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1 week ago
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Henk Spuijbroek
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100
A medium-sized pelican found across Africa, the Middle East, and India, named for the subtle pinkish wash on its back. It has greyish-white plumage and a yellow bill.
Where to spot
Freshwater lakes, rivers, swamps, and coastal estuaries throughout sub-Saharan Africa, Madagascar, and parts of the Middle East and India.
How to spot
Look for its greyish-white body with a subtle pinkish tinge on the back (more visible in good light), grey legs, and yellowish bill. Often seen fishing cooperatively.
When to spot
Year-round. Most active during daylight hours, often seen fishing or resting in groups.
Where to spot
Freshwater lakes, rivers, swamps, and coastal estuaries throughout sub-Saharan Africa, Madagascar, and parts of the Middle East and India.
How to spot
Look for its greyish-white body with a subtle pinkish tinge on the back (more visible in good light), grey legs, and yellowish bill. Often seen fishing cooperatively.
When to spot
Year-round. Most active during daylight hours, often seen fishing or resting in groups.
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Credits:
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Despite its large size, the Pink-backed Pelican is highly graceful in flight, soaring effortlessly on thermal currents.
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- 1 week ago door Henk Spuijbroek
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