This California brown pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis) is resting and warming itself in the sun after a morning foraging at sea. Its head is pointed behind itself and nestled between its wings.
See our Guide to Photographing Pelicans in La Jolla.
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| Brown pelican closeup showing characteristic winter mating plumage, including yellow head, dark brown nape of neck and red gular throat pouch. La Jolla, California, USA. Image: 20154 Species: Pelecanus occidentalis, Pelecanus occidentalis californicus Location: La Jolla, California, USA  View this Image in Google Earth! |
