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Pelican with Spread Wing
A pelican with outspread wings (Pelecanus onocrotalus)
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Pelecanus Pelican Pelicans Spread Wing Wings Onocrotalus Outspread
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This photograph captures the majestic beauty and grandeur of a Brown Pelican (Pelecanus onocrotalus) with its wings outspread, taken in the early 1900s. The pelican, a native of the Americas, is a fascinating bird known for its distinctive pouch under its beak, which it uses to scoop up fish. The history of pelicans and their wings has been a subject of fascination for centuries. In ancient times, the outspread wings of the pelican were believed to symbolize the Christian virtue of self-sacrifice, as it was thought that the bird stabbed its own breast with its beak to feed its young. This myth was popularized in European art and literature, and the pelican became a symbol of renewal and resurrection. In this photograph, the pelican's wings are spread wide, showcasing their impressive size and intricate structure. The feathers are a rich, glossy black, contrasting beautifully with the white plumage on the rest of the body. The image is a testament to the bird's impressive flying abilities, as the wingspan of a Brown Pelican can reach up to 6 feet, making it one of the largest flying birds in the world. The photograph, taken in the early 1900s, is a historical record of a magnificent creature that continues to inspire awe and wonder. The Brown Pelican is an important species, and its populations have made a remarkable recovery from the brink of extinction in the mid-20th century. Today, it is a common sight along the coasts of the Americas, a reminder of the beauty and resilience of nature.
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