CICONIIFORMES: Pelecanidae

Pelecanus conspicillatus  

Australian Pelican (Pelecanus conspicillatus)
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© Geoff Walker 2009
Manly, QLD (Apr, 2009)

All the pelicans appeared to be checking out the left leg of the front right pelican and my mind wandered and wondered what they might be discussing. It was just the heat - I will be OK! Truly!

Australian Pelican (Pelecanus conspicillatus)

Flaps up, undercarriage down, pull back, BRAKE!!

Australian Pelican (Pelecanus conspicillatus)

LOOK! He bit me on the leg!!