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Pelican
Pelican chicks have a high survival rate compared to the other bird species chick.
This bird species is considered endangered in some areas. These birds are very social and group their nests together in colonies. They leave before freeze-up in late September and migrate to the coasts of Florida and Mexico for the winter.
Pelican chicks have a high survival rate compared to the other bird species chick.
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A long, flattened bill characterizes these huge birds. It is a bright yellow-orange pouch for feeding. Adults can consume up to 2 kg of food each day. In shallow water, they scoop up as much as 20 liters. They live 12-14 years in the wild. Pelican chicks have a high survival rate compared to the other bird species chick.
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