The most common in the U.S. is the white pelican, which have black wingtips. Brown pelicans have dark wings and undersides, but white heads and necks. Pelicans do not necessarily swallow their catch right away. They may store it in their huge pouch, for eating later or feeding to their young. Pelicans build nests of twigs and branches near the water's edge.
Pelicans are migratory birds.
First placed online July 7th, 1996. Last modified March 27th, 1997.