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White pelicans in flight. Captured at their breeding grounds in Manitoba!
White pelicans in flight. Captured at their breeding grounds in Manitoba!
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Swampy316
April 12, 2020
What type of pelicans are these never seen one's with that on top of there bills
mleskiw.wildlife_EC5E
April 13, 2020
Swampy, please see the comment below. Still having issues replying. 😬
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mleskiw.wildlife_EC5E
April 13, 2020
Hi Swampy, this is the white pelican. The bump on the beak only occurs when they are breeding. When breeding season is over the bump disappears. I believe it's only the male pelicans that grow the bump. The older the pelican the more pronounced the bump.
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mleskiw.wildlife_EC5E
May 28, 2020
Thank you so much Sonja! What a surprise when I downloaded it! Lol 😘😘😘
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Location
The spring of 2019, at Lockport ManitobaTime
Early afternoon.Lighting
It was a cloudy day so the chances of glare was slim.Equipment
Canon 7D 400 zoom, hand held.Inspiration
I am inspired by these magnificent birds. They breed in this location and I find myself attracted to their first arrival. They are one of the largest water birds with wingspans up to 11'. Males sport a horn on their beaks during breeding season, which disappears soon after breeding has taken place. They are amazing fishers and form a circle to scoop the fish out of the water. Unlike the brown pelican these white pelicans do not dive.Editing
No processing, just a slight crop.In my camera bag
Canon 7D camera, 250,400 zoom.Feedback
Patience and love for the bird or animal you are trying to capture! They will perform for you!
