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North America
American White Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
About this species
Bird-watchers in North America often spot the American White Pelican in wetland settings. This Pelecanidae species is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN.
The American White Pelican is part of the order Pelecaniformes and the Pelecanidae family. Its preferred habitat is wetland, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of North America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Pelecanidae family and Pelecaniformes order.