American White Pelicans

American White Pelicans, Early Light

Getting to the Wildlife Management Area early payed off yesterday with some gorgeous early light and a small flock of American White Pelicans.

American White Pelicans
American White Pelicans

These two were fairly close to the dike and the marsh grass made a nice reflection in the water.

American White Pelicans
American White Pelicans

Back and forth, a cool profile shadow on the leader.

American White Pelicans
American White Pelicans

And an occasional gulp of a snack.

American White Pelicans
American White Pelicans

Donnelley Wildlife Management Area
December 25, 2021

6 thoughts on “American White Pelicans, Early Light”

  1. Agreed, as difficult as it can be to get there real early, that morning light and air is always so worth it, isn’t it, Ellen?!
    I hope the white pelicans are heading our way sometime soon!

    1. It sure is, Carol, and we are going to try again in the morning! We’re having an above temp week, nearly 80 today and then through Sunday. Then, wham, we’ll be back to more seasonable temperatures with light frosts overnight and highs in the 50s. That may push them along.

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