American White Pelican, Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
American White Pelicans are gregarious birds, often associated with Double-crested Cormorants. A flock of migrating is a majestic sight—a long line of ponderous birds, flapping and coasting. Each bird seems to take its cue from the one in front of it, beginning to flap and starting a glide when its predecessor does. These birds ride rising air currents to great heights, where they soar slowly and gracefully in circles.
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