Pelican

usgb/ˈpelɪkən/
noun

A large bird that catches fish with its long beak.

I saw a pelican dive into the sea to catch a fish.
Visual representation of "pelican" - A large bird that catches fish with its long beak.

Often appears as...

  • white pelican
  • american pelican
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Bird Species

Pelicans are not just any birds; they're a specific family known for their large bills and throat pouch.

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During our trip to the lake, we observed different bird species including several pelicans.
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Bill and Pouch

Pelicans use their unique bill and pouch to scoop up fish, not to pierce like some predatory birds.

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The pelican scooped up water and fish into its pouch before filtering out the water.
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Fish Diet

Pelicans primarily eat fish, which is central to understanding their behavior and habitat.

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You'll often find pelicans near water bodies hunting for their main diet, fish.
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