American White Pelican vs Brown Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos compared with Pelecanus occidentalis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | American White Pelican | Brown Pelican |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pelecanus erythrorhynchos | Pelecanus occidentalis |
| Order | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Pelecanidae | Pelecanidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 112.2 cm (44.2 in) | 98.9 cm (38.9 in) |
| Weight | 6530.0 g (230.34 oz) | 3040.0 g (107.23 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-6 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
American White Pelican
Least Concern
Brown 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.