American White Pelican vs Brown Pelican
Pelecanus erythrorhynchos comparé à Pelecanus occidentalis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | American White Pelican | Brown Pelican |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Pelecanus erythrorhynchos | Pelecanus occidentalis |
| Ordre | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Famille | Pelecanidae | Pelecanidae |
| Statut de conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Longueur | — | — |
| Envergure | 112,2 cm (44.2 in) | 98,9 cm (38.9 in) |
| Poids | 6530,0 g (230.34 oz) | 3040,0 g (107.23 oz) |
| Régime alimentaire | -- | -- |
| Taille de la couvée | 1-6 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Statut de conservation
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.