Pelicans are a genus of large
water birds comprising the family Pelecanidae. They are characterised by a long
beak and large throat pouch used for catching prey and draining water from the
scooped up contents before swallowing. They have predominantly pale plumage,
the exceptions being the brown and Peruvian pelicans. The bills, pouches and
bare facial skin of all species become brightly coloured before the breeding
season.
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