More Pelican-Watching

 

Watching the pelicans is one of my favorite activities. It's especially fun to watch them when they go dive-bombing for fish.

I often watch them down by the Jetties.

I also love to watch them up north of the city, where it isn't as crowded.

The pelicans look especially striking with the waves as a backdrop. 

Here comes a nice pair. 

The smaller one is an adult...

The darker one is actually a younger pelican.

Sure looks like it's learning fast.

I'll be glad to come back and watch the pelicans another day.

It's always a treat!

Young Mr. Brown, Juvenile Pelican on SPI

 

I love pelicans! Especially brown pelicans. At first, I thought that these pelicans that are completely brown were possibly older, but I found out it's just the opposite - they are young pelicans! This one was hanging around a winter Texan fisherman, waiting for throw-backs. 

I just had to follow him around with my camera. He was not too happy about it at first, but eventually he gave in and even posed for me. 

But not for long.

He soon took to flight.

 

Goodbye, young Mr. Brown. I hope to see you again!