Pelicans are not just any birds; they're a specific family known for their large bills and throat pouch. During our trip to the lake, we observed different bird species including several pelicans.
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Bill and Pouch
Pelicans use their unique bill and pouch to scoop up fish, not to pierce like some predatory birds. The pelican scooped up water and fish into its pouch before filtering out the water.
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Fish Diet
Pelicans primarily eat fish, which is central to understanding their behavior and habitat. You'll often find pelicans near water bodies hunting for their main diet, fish.