American White Pelican vs Peruvian Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos compared with Pelecanus thagus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | American White Pelican | Peruvian Pelican |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pelecanus erythrorhynchos | Pelecanus thagus |
| Order | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Pelecanidae | Pelecanidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 112.2 cm (44.2 in) | 123.0 cm (48.4 in) |
| Weight | 6530.0 g (230.34 oz) | 6042.5 g (213.14 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-6 | 1-8 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
American White Pelican
Near Threatened
Peruvian 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.