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South America
Wedge-tailed Pelican
Pelecanus thagus
About this species
Bird-watchers in South America often spot the Wedge-tailed Pelican in savanna settings. This Pelecanidae species is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN.
The Wedge-tailed Pelican is part of the order Pelecaniformes and the Pelecanidae family. Its preferred habitat is savanna, 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 South America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Pelecanidae family and Pelecaniformes order.