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Pelicans

The Pelecanidae family, part of the pelecaniform birds, includes both extinct and extant genera: Eopelecanus and Miopelecanus, which no longer exist, and Pelecanus, which is still present today. These birds have been around since the late Eocene epoch and continue to be found in the world now, showcasing their enduring presence through millions of years of evolutionary history.

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A photo of a Great White Pelican (Pelecanus onocrotalus)

Great White Pelican

Pelecanus onocrotalus
A photo of a Pink-backed Pelican (Pelecanus rufescens)

Pink-backed Pelican

Pelecanus rufescens
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Just what birding needs
We need more fun in birding, for years it has had a reputation for being up tight and stuffy and only perused by retirees and anoraks. Birda helps change that perception and firmly brings birding into the 21st century! Fun, interactive while still contributing to science and conservation. If you aren’t on it, why not??
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