Brown Pelican (Galapagos) Photo by Ann Doty

Pelecanus occidentalis urinator

Adult

©Ann Doty

Location: Ecuador > Galápagos
Date: Jun 23, 2019
Caption: #photocontest2019

Isla Fernandina--Punta Espinoza;Galapagos Ecuador
With VENT tour guide Michael O'Brien

Large and conspicuous, gray-brown bird of saltwater habitats. Strictly coastal; rarely seen on inland lakes. Very long bill with pouch for scooping up fish.