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Australian Pelican Standing with bill wide open and pointing skywards to collect rainwater to drink during a heavy shower. Noosaville, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

Australian Pelican Standing with bill wide open and pointing skywards to collect rainwater to drink during a heavy shower. Noosaville, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia


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Australian Pelican Standing with bill wide open and pointing skywards to collect rainwater to drink during a heavy shower. Noosaville, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

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Australian Pelican - Standing with bill wide open and pointing skywards to collect rainwater to drink during a heavy shower.
Noosaville, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia
Pelecanus conspicillatus
Roy Glen
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Rain or Shine, This Pelican's Got a Thirst to Quench!

EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print by Roy Glen, an Australian Pelican takes center stage as it stands tall with its bill wide open and pointed skywards. But why the unusual pose? Well, this clever bird has found a unique way to quench its thirst during a heavy shower! As rainwater pours down from above in Noosaville, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, our feathered friend seizes the opportunity to collect every precious drop. With its bill gaping open like an umbrella turned upside down, it acts as a natural funnel for water collection. With elegance and grace amidst the pouring rain, this big white beauty showcases not only its stunning appearance but also its resourceful behavior. It's no wonder that Australian Pelicans are renowned for their adaptability and survival skills in their wetland habitats. This snapshot perfectly captures the essence of wildlife in Australia - resilient and always finding innovative ways to thrive even in challenging conditions. So next time you find yourself caught under a heavy shower without an umbrella, take inspiration from our pelican pal here! After all, who needs fancy gadgets when nature provides such ingenious solutions? So let this mesmerizing image remind you that sometimes all we need is a little creativity (and maybe some rain) to quench our thirst for adventure!

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