American White Pelican vs Spot-billed Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos compared with Pelecanus philippensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | American White Pelican | Spot-billed Pelican |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pelecanus erythrorhynchos | Pelecanus philippensis |
| Order | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Pelecanidae | Pelecanidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 112.2 cm (44.2 in) | 112.6 cm (44.3 in) |
| Weight | 6530.0 g (230.34 oz) | 5150.0 g (181.66 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-6 | 1-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
American White Pelican only
None
Spot-billed Pelican only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
American White Pelican
Near Threatened
Spot-billed 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.