Brown Pelican Popular with a bold black face

with a bold black face and throat

which they use to communicate with other members of their species

Commonly known for its rapid wing beats and ability to hover while feeding on nectar from flowers

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Brown Pelican Popular with a bold black faceThe brown pelican, with its distinctive brown and gray plumage, is commonly found along the coasts of the Americas, from North America to the northern parts of South America. The Brown Pelican is the state bird of Louisiana. Known for its dramatic plunge diving technique to catch fish, this bird is a symbol of resilience, having recovered from near extinction in the 1970s.