Brown Pelicans (Pelecanus occidentalis) fly as linear flocks of a few individuals, at altitude over the shore, and low over the surf line as seen here. Taken January 27, 2020 with the IPhone 8, there is a now nostalgic insertion of the modern world as a cruise ship comes into view. The ship departs Cape Canaveral Cruise port for parts unknown to me.
Pelicans, when skimming the waves solo, fly even closer, and do wipe-out when a wingtip hits the water. This bird successfully negotiates a path through the surf.
My favorite bird & it never gets old watching them ride the waves and dive bomb for their food. The white pelican is much more graceful. 😊
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No we never tire, either. No white pelicans spotted on Cocoa Beach by us.
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If you go to Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge in Titusville, you will often see them there. It’s not that far if you are in cocoa beach. We saw them there a couple of weeks ago on Black Point Drive. Parts of the refuge were still open. 😊
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Oh, Pam and I were there this year. Hopefully, some day we will return and keep an eye out. Thanks for the tip, Lisa.
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You’re welcome. We love the whole area down there.
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Great photo and video, Michael. 🙂
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Thank You, Miriam.
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You’re welcome, Michael.
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It’s fabulous to see nature in action!
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