Australian Pelican
Pelecanus conspicillatus
Least Concern (IUCN Red List)Pelicans
Call and song
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About the Australian Pelican
Very large and distinctive black-and-white pelican. Enormous bill with characteristic throat pouch. Usually found near water, both marine and inland waterways. Becomes tame around boat-ramps and fishing spots. Perches on lamp-posts.
Species account: eBird.org, fetched 2025-12-26 · How these pages are made
Where it has been recorded
Recorded in 11 of the 253 countries we have eBird lists for. Each opens that country's checklist.
