The Scoop on Pelicans

Pelicans can be found in many parts of the world. There are 8 species of pelicans. The Brown Pelican is the smallest species of pelican, and the largest is the Dalmatian Pelican, which is one of the world's largest freshwater birds.

The average pelican can live up to 25 years in the wild, and may weigh up to 30 pounds (13.6 kilograms).

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A Dalmatian pelican in flight

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The eight species of pelicans are the Brown Pelican, the American White Pelican, the Great White Pelican, the Australian Pelican, the Dalmatian Pelican, the Pink-backed Pelican, the Peruvian Pelican, and the Spot-billed Pelican.

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Just in case you were wondering, the Dalmatian pelican does not have spots like a Dalmatian dog!

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