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Species
Pelecanus conspicillatus Temminck, 1824
Nomenclature
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Family: PelecanidaeGenus: Pelecanus
Species:
Pelecanus conspicillatus Temminck, 1824
Usage:
valid
Vernacular names:
Vernacular name:
Australian Pelican, Spectacled Pelican
SUMMARY
The most characteristic feature of pelicans is the elongated bill with its massive throat pouch. The Australian Pelican's bill is 40 cm - 50 cm long and is larger in males than females. Pelicans have large wings and a wingspan of 2.3 m - 2.5 m.