American White Pelican
( Pélican d'Amérique )
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Pelecanus erythrorhynchos | |||||||||||
General NotesThe population of American White Pelican appears to be increasing significantly, according to a recent analysis of Christmas Bird Count and Breeding Bird Survey records conducted by National Audubon Society scientists. It is possible that the North American population has increased by as much as 450 % in the last 40 years, although there is insufficient data about this species to be highly confident in the actual magnitude of the population growth. The trend, however, is considered statistically significant. |
Abundance: | Rare | Earliest observed: |
Typical spring arrival: |
Jun. 30 |
Typical fall arrival: |
Aug. 18 | |
Breeding Status: | Migrant | Latest observed: |
Typical spring departure: |
Jun. 30 |
Typical fall departure: |
Aug. 18 |
Documented Observations |
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August 18, 2003. Five pelicans observed in Lake Timiskaming at the New Liskeard waterfront by Adam Knight |
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June 30, 2004. One observed at Mountain Lake by Barry Kinch. |
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August 31, 2010. One observed and photographed by Mary Bullock on Gowganda Lake in front of her residence. Photos on file. |