Big and White

Believe it or not, we have American White Pelican's in Minnesota. I always thought, that the only place you could find Pelican's was along the southern cost. But, as you can see from the map, I had something to learn about them.

This year, there doesn't seem to be as many around as in years past. But, I did find a group on Big Stone National Wildlife Refuse. Pelicans are big, they weigh up to 20 pounds and have a 9' wing span. If you think, that they would be easy to spot in the sky, think again. They often fly in groups, circling a area. These groups can be 4 to 5 or up to 20. When they make a turn in the sky, they disappear.

Look around, you just might see one.