BP
North America
Brown Pelican
Pelecanus occidentalis
About this species
The Brown Pelican is a striking member of the Pelecanidae family found across North America. It inhabits coastal environments and is currently listed as Least Concern.
The Brown Pelican is part of the order Pelecaniformes and the Pelecanidae family. Its preferred habitat is coastal, 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.