Visiting the Mississippi river, we spotted this bird from very far away, and then got some good pics up close the next day. It wasn’t indicated as rare, but it’s the first time I’ve seen one outside a zoo or the movies. Cool to see this big-billed boy.
American White Pelican, South Sabula Lakes park, IA, 13 Oct 2024American White Pelican, South Sabula Lakes park, IA, 13 Oct 2024American White Pelican swims in the Mississippi; Mississippi Palisades State Park–North Park, Carroll, IL; 13 Oct 2024Three American White Pelicans soar overhead; Saganashkee Slough, IL; 29 March 2025
