Dalmatian Pelican vs American White Pelican
Pelecanus crispus compared with Pelecanus erythrorhynchos
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Dalmatian Pelican | American White Pelican |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pelecanus crispus | Pelecanus erythrorhynchos |
| Order | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Pelecanidae | Pelecanidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 137.4 cm (54.1 in) | 112.2 cm (44.2 in) |
| Weight | 10291.666666666666 g (363.03 oz) | 6530.0 g (230.34 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-6 | 1-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Dalmatian Pelican
Least Concern
American White Pelican
About These Birds
American White Pelican
The American White Pelican is one of North America's largest birds, weighing 6,530 g with an enormous 112.2 cm wingspan and brilliant white plumage. It feeds cooperatively on fish in freshwater lakes and wetlands, herding prey with synchronized swimming rather than diving.