Pelecanus Collection

Pelecanus erythrorynchos, American white pelican
Plate 311 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1835-38), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Dalmatian Pelican (Pelecanus crispus) portrait, close-up of eyes, Lake Kerkini, Greece. February

Brown pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis) close up whilst resting, Punta Suarez, Espanola Island, Galapagos

great white pelican (Pelecanus onocrotalus) in Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya

great white pelican (Pelecanus onocrotalus) in Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya

great white pelican (Pelecanus onocrotalus) in Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya

great white pelican (Pelecanus onocrotalus) in Lake Nakuru National Park, Kenya

Brown pelican, Pelecanus occidentalis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket
FLO4640054 Brown pelican, Pelecanus occidentalis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from " The Naturalist's Pocket Magazine," Harrison, London, 1799.; (add.info.: Brown pelican)

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Dalmatian pelicans (Pelecanus crispus) underwater view of group feeding, Lake Kirkini, Greece. Highly commended in the GDT competition 2013

Brown pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis) in flight, Turtle Cove, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

One Dalmatian pelican swims on lake Kerkini as the moon rises, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

A Dalmatian pelican sits on the front of a blue boat at lake Kerkini, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

A Dalmatian pelican poses on lake Kerkini, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

Great white pelican (Pelecanus onocrotalus) flying over water, Danube Delta, Romania. July

White pelicans (Pelecanus erythrorhynchos) at Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge with an approaching storm in May, Utah, USA, May

Avian feeding frenzy with a flock of White Pelicans (Pelecanus erythrorhynchos) swimming along a channel chasing school of fish

Dalmatian pelican (Pelecanus crispus) close up of feathers, Danube Delta, Romania

Split level view of Brown pelicans (Pelecanus occidentalis) feeding, Tortuga Bay, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

Brown pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis) feeding chicks at nest, Puerto Ayora / Academy Bay, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

Brown Pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis) flying above the waves. Isabela Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Dalmatian pelican (Pelecanus crispus) group of five resting on the lake, with mountain shrouded in mist in the background. Lake Kerkini, Greece. February. Vulnerable species

Pelican perching on rock, Caleta Higuerillas, Concon, Valparaiso Province, Valparaiso Region, Chile

Pelican flying against clear blue sky, Caleta Portales, Valparaiso, Valparaiso Province, Valparaiso Region, Chile

Detail of head and beak of pelican, Caleta Portales, Valparaiso, Valparaiso Province, Valparaiso Region, Chile

Pelican perching on rock at beach, Caleta Portales, Valparaiso, Valparaiso Province, Valparaiso Region, Chile

Pelicans perching on roof against clear blue sky, Caleta Portales, Valparaiso, Valparaiso Province, Valparaiso Region, Chile

A Dalmatian pelican spreads its wings in flight, , Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

Cormorants fly in V-shaped formation at dawn, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

A Dalmatian pelican lands on the water, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

Dalmatian pelicans backlit on the water, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

Dalmatian pelican spreads its wings, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

Dalmatian pelican flies, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

Dalmatian pelican flies with motion blur, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

Dalmatian pelicans fly in formation, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

A Dalmatian pelican lands on calm water, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

2 Dalmatian pelicans landing, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

A heron takes off at dawn, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

Dalmatian pelican speads its wings, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

Dalmatian pelicans, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

Dalmatian pelican, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

Two Dalmatian pelicans swim on lake Kerkini as the moon rises, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

Dalmatian pelicans land on Lake Kerkini at sunrise, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

A couple of Dalmatian pelicans with their beaks open eat fish on lake Kerkini, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

A silhouette of a flying Dalmatian pelican on lake Kerkini at sunrise, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

Three Dalmatian pelicans fly on Lake Kerkini, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

A Dalmatian pelican flies across lake Kerkini, Lake Kerkini National Park, Serres, Greece

Brown pelicans (Pelecanus occidentalis) flying with Partida and Angel de la Guarda Islands beyond. Rasa Island Special Biosphere Reserve, Sea of Cortez, Mexico. April

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"Pelecanus: Majestic Birds of the Waters" The Pelecanus genus encompasses a diverse group of magnificent birds, each with its own unique characteristics and habitats. One such member is the American white pelican (Pelecanus erythrorynchos), known for its striking appearance and graceful presence. Found in North America, these pelicans showcase their elegance as they soar through the skies or rest peacefully on calm waters. On the other hand, we have the Brown pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis), which captivates us with its close-up view while taking a moment to relax at Punta Suarez on Espanola Island. Its intricate details become apparent as we observe it up close, showcasing nature's artistry. In Lake Kerkini, Greece, we encounter another fascinating species - the Dalmatian Pelican (Pelecanus crispus). With an intense gaze captured in a portrait shot, this bird's eyes seem to hold secrets of ancient times. Underwater views reveal their feeding habits as they gather together in groups, creating a mesmerizing sight. Meanwhile, the great white pelican (Pelecanus onocrotalus) takes flight over water in Romania's Danube Delta. Its wingspan commands attention as it glides effortlessly through the air – truly a spectacle to behold. Traveling across continents to Mexico's Sea of Cortez brings us face-to-face with brown pelicans soaring alongside Partida and Angel de la Guarda Islands. Against breathtaking landscapes within Rasa Island Special Biosphere Reserve, these birds remind us of nature's harmonious balance between land and sea. Lake Kerkini once again becomes our stage where a Dalmatian pelican perches upon a blue boat or poses gracefully against serene surroundings at Lake Kerkini National Park in Greece. These scenes evoke tranquility amidst natural beauty that leaves us awe-inspired.