Nama Saintifik
Pelecanus
Tinggi
1.3 - 1.8 m
Berat
5 - 9 kg
Jangka Hayat
15 - 25 years
Jumlah
N/A
Nama Samaran
N/A
Pelican
Maklumat
Pelicans are large water birds from the genus Pelecanus, known for their long beaks and large throat pouches. These pouches are used to catch prey and drain water from the contents scooped up before swallowing. Pelicans do not store food in their throat pouches.
Pelicans are among the heaviest flying birds and possess remarkable flying capabilities.
The pelican’s pouch can hold up to three gallons of water.
Tabiat Pemakanan
The primary diet of pelicans consists of fish, but they also consume a variety of aquatic animals, including crustaceans, tadpoles, and turtles. Pelicans are opportunistic feeders and readily accept ‘offerings’ from humans, with some unusual diets having been recorded.
Habitat
Pelicans are commonly found around coasts and lagoons. Their native habitat includes the Atlantic, Pacific, and Gulf coasts. Brown pelicans often spend significant time on small islands far from populated areas.
Fakta Menarik !
- A pelican’s pouch is not used for storing food but serves to scoop up and drain water from its catch.
- Pelicans fall under the category of heavy birds and possess remarkable flying abilities.