Friday, June 8 American White Pelicans

Today's walkers had the rare treat of following a flock of about 30 American White Pelicans up
the beach. These beauties were once uncommon  in SC. They have a nine foot wing span and weigh about 21 pounds. Our brown pelicans weigh 7 pounds! Florida is their normal home this
time of year. American White Pelicans feed close to shore and scoop fish in their huge bill, often
fishing in coordination as a group.
Thank you, Arlene for the pictures!!
Post by Paulette