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Brown pelican, head throw communication, Southern California Coast, USA
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Brown pelican, head throw communication, Southern California Coast, USA
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Brown Pelican Communication Ken Archer Pelecanus Occidentalis Pelican Southern California
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In this photograph, a Brown Pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis) engages in an intriguing communication behavior along the Southern California Coast, USA. The pelican, with its distinctive brown plumage and a wingspan reaching up to 6 feet, perches precariously on a rocky cliff edge overlooking the vast, turquoise ocean. With a swift head throw, the pelican sends a clear message to its fellow pelicans, using a unique method of communication that is often observed in their colonies. The Brown Pelican is a fascinating seabird species native to the western coasts of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. They are well adapted to life at sea, with webbed feet and a pouch under their lower jaw that they use to scoop up fish from the water. These birds are essential members of their coastal habitats, playing a crucial role in maintaining the balance of marine ecosystems. The Southern California Coast is a vital breeding and roosting area for Brown Pelicans. The rocky cliffs provide an ideal nesting site, offering protection from predators and the elements. The pelicans can be seen diving into the ocean from great heights, using their powerful wings to glide gracefully above the waves before plunging into the water to catch fish. This photograph by Ken Archer, captured through Danita Delimont's RF collection, beautifully showcases the Brown Pelican's striking appearance and unique communication behavior in its natural habitat. The image invites us to appreciate the beauty and importance of these magnificent birds and the coastal ecosystems they inhabit.
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