Brown Pelican Nictitating Membrane, Pelecanus occidentalis californicus

Brown pelican nictitating membrane, a translucent membrane that forms an inner eyelid in birds, reptiles, and some mammals. It can be drawn across the eye to protect it from dust and keep it moist. La Jolla, California, USA, Pelecanus occidentalis californicus, Pelecanus occidentalis, natural history stock photograph, photo id 36718Add To Light Table
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Brown pelican nictitating membrane, a translucent membrane that forms an inner eyelid in birds, reptiles, and some mammals. It can be drawn across the eye to protect it from dust and keep it moist. La Jolla, California, USA

Stock Photo: 36718
Species: Brown pelican, Pelecanus occidentalis californicus, Pelecanus occidentalis
Location: La Jolla, California, USA
Format: Digital 2:3
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