American White Pelican Taking Off

American White Pelican Taking Off

Seeing an American White Pelican lift off from the water is an impressive sight.

American White Pelican Taking Off
American White Pelican Taking Off

A couple of wing flaps and a small splash

American White Pelican Taking Off
American White Pelican Taking Off

and they are airborne.

American White Pelican Taking Off
American White Pelican Taking Off

This time the Pelican wasn’t going far, he lifted up over this hummock and landed on the other side, out of my sight.

American White Pelican Taking Off
American White Pelican Taking Off

Donnelley Wildlife Management Area
December 25, 2021

6 thoughts on “American White Pelican Taking Off”

  1. Wow! And Another Wow!
    Love the color balance of the whole scene, and the bird’s reflections in the water.
    And such a handsome subject!
    You’ve outdone yourself again, Mrs. Jennings!

    Paz

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