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  • Pelican Landing
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    Pelican Landing
    August 20, 2025, Monterey, California, USA: A Pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis) comes in for a landing on rocks along the Pacific Ocean in Monterey. (Credit Image: © Rory Merry/ZUMA Press Wire (FOTO: DUKAS/ZUMA)
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  • SNPelican
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    SNPelican
    A gull uses a pelican's head as a perch to fish from. The laughing gull, named for its call which sounds like a chuckle, harassed the pelican before landing on its head.

    Lee Sussman took these pictures in Parkland, Florida. SEE OUR COPY FOR DETAILS. (FOTO: DUKAS/SOLENT NEWS)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • SNPelican
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    SNPelican
    A gull uses a pelican's head as a perch to fish from. The laughing gull, named for its call which sounds like a chuckle, harassed the pelican before landing on its head.

    Lee Sussman took these pictures in Parkland, Florida. SEE OUR COPY FOR DETAILS. (FOTO: DUKAS/SOLENT NEWS)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • SNPelican
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    SNPelican
    A gull uses a pelican's head as a perch to fish from. The laughing gull, named for its call which sounds like a chuckle, harassed the pelican before landing on its head.

    Lee Sussman took these pictures in Parkland, Florida. SEE OUR COPY FOR DETAILS. (FOTO: DUKAS/SOLENT NEWS)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • SNPelican
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    SNPelican
    A gull uses a pelican's head as a perch to fish from. The laughing gull, named for its call which sounds like a chuckle, harassed the pelican before landing on its head.

    Lee Sussman took these pictures in Parkland, Florida. SEE OUR COPY FOR DETAILS. (FOTO: DUKAS/SOLENT NEWS)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • SNPelican
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    SNPelican
    A gull uses a pelican's head as a perch to fish from. The laughing gull, named for its call which sounds like a chuckle, harassed the pelican before landing on its head.

    Lee Sussman took these pictures in Parkland, Florida. SEE OUR COPY FOR DETAILS. (FOTO: DUKAS/SOLENT NEWS)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • SNPelican
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    SNPelican
    A gull uses a pelican's head as a perch to fish from. The laughing gull, named for its call which sounds like a chuckle, harassed the pelican before landing on its head.

    Lee Sussman took these pictures in Parkland, Florida. SEE OUR COPY FOR DETAILS. (FOTO: DUKAS/SOLENT NEWS)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • SNPelican
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    SNPelican
    A gull uses a pelican's head as a perch to fish from. The laughing gull, named for its call which sounds like a chuckle, harassed the pelican before landing on its head.

    Lee Sussman took these pictures in Parkland, Florida. SEE OUR COPY FOR DETAILS. (FOTO: DUKAS/SOLENT NEWS)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • SNPelican
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    SNPelican
    A gull uses a pelican's head as a perch to fish from. The laughing gull, named for its call which sounds like a chuckle, harassed the pelican before landing on its head.

    Lee Sussman took these pictures in Parkland, Florida. SEE OUR COPY FOR DETAILS. (FOTO: DUKAS/SOLENT NEWS)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • SNPelican
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    SNPelican
    A gull uses a pelican's head as a perch to fish from. The laughing gull, named for its call which sounds like a chuckle, harassed the pelican before landing on its head.

    Lee Sussman took these pictures in Parkland, Florida. SEE OUR COPY FOR DETAILS. (FOTO: DUKAS/SOLENT NEWS)

    (c) Dukas

     

  • London Lockdown Heatwave
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    London Lockdown Heatwave
    Pelicans early morning in St James Park with their reflection seen in the water.Brits are bracing for a sweltering lockdown heatwave with temperatures set to soar past 30C today. With the mercury expected to hit 31C in London and 33C in the south of England, forecasters and medics are urging people to take extra precautions to stay safe in the sun. A level two heat alert has been issued by the Met Office for England, with the heatwave expected to intensify even further tomorrow with temperatures likely climb to 34C.
    © Nigel Howard / Evening Standard / eyevine

    Contact eyevine for more information about using this image:
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    (FOTO: DUKAS/EYEVINE)

    © Evening Standard / eyevine. All Rights Reserved.

     

  • London Lockdown Heatwave
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    London Lockdown Heatwave
    Pelicans early morning in St James Park with their reflection seen in the water.Brits are bracing for a sweltering lockdown heatwave with temperatures set to soar past 30C today. With the mercury expected to hit 31C in London and 33C in the south of England, forecasters and medics are urging people to take extra precautions to stay safe in the sun. A level two heat alert has been issued by the Met Office for England, with the heatwave expected to intensify even further tomorrow with temperatures likely climb to 34C.
    © Nigel Howard / Evening Standard / eyevine

    Contact eyevine for more information about using this image:
    T: +44 (0) 20 8709 8709
    E: info@eyevine.com
    http://www.eyevine.com
    (FOTO: DUKAS/EYEVINE)

    © Evening Standard / eyevine. All Rights Reserved.

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169t)
    Poplar trees in winter silhouetted against an illuminated Belles mountains at sunset
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169s)
    Long exposure of the movement of star trails over Lake Kerkini
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169r)
    Misty layered hills backlit at sunrise on Lake Kerkini
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169q)
    A very tranquil looking Lake Kerkini
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169p)
    A small fishing boat with fisherman on is surrounded by misty layered hills backlit at sunrise
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169o)
    Greater Flamingo (Phoenicopterus roseus) flies across other Flamingos
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169n)
    Greater Flamingo (Phoenicopterus roseus) flies across Lake Kerkini
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169m)
    Dalmatian Pelican (Pelecanus crispus) swims across a near still Lake Kerkini
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169l)
    Dalmatian Pelican (Pelecanus crispus) is reflected in the water as it flies near to the surface
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169k)
    Dalmatian Pelicans (Pelecanus crispus) in golden evening sunshine leap out of the water to catch fish
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169k)
    Dalmatian Pelicans (Pelecanus crispus) in golden evening sunshine leap out of the water to catch fish
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169j)
    Two Dalmatian Pelicans (Pelecanus crispus) on Lake Kerkini
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169h)
    Dalmatian Pelican (Pelecanus crispus) flies across a near still Lake Kerkini
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169g)
    Portrait of a Dalmatian Pelican (Pelecanus crispus) in pink sunset light as it swims on Lake Kerkini
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169f)
    Dalmatian Pelican (Pelecanus crispus) appears to waterski as it comes into land on water
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169d)
    Dalmatian Pelicans (Pelecanus crispus) leap out of the water to catch fish
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169c)
    Dalmatian Pelican (Pelecanus crispus) is reflected in the water as it flies just above the surface
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169b)
    Dalmatian Pelican (Pelecanus crispus) comes head on into land on water
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

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  • Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
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    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Drew Buckley/REX (4384169a)
    Dalmatian Pelican (Pelecanus crispus) appears to wakerski as it comes into land on water
    Dalmatian pelicans on Lake Kerkini, Greece - 18 Jan 2015
    *Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pvfo
    They may look large and ungainly, not to mention almost prehistoric in appearance, but these Dalmatian pelicans show what a delicate touch they have as they come into land on water. Landscape and wildlife photographer Drew Buckley captured these enigmatic birds in action as they went about their daily lives on Lake Kerkini in northern Greece. While on a weekend trip with Natures Lens, Brit Drew's photos show the pelicans transforming from calm and serene - gliding above the mirror-like surface of the lake - to fast and frantic as a large group squabble over fish. Drew comments: "Lake Kerkini is the most important place in Europe for the globally threatened Dalmatian Pelican which, thankfully, can be observed here in great numbers during the winter months. "With mirror like reflections backed by high snowy peaks, Lake Kerkini is stunning place to be and a real paradise for bird watchers".
    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

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  • Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
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    Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Bill Coster/FLPA / Rex Features (1931665l)

    Pugilist Pelicans
    With the offer of free fish on the line these pugilist pelicans didn't pull their punches.

    Really causing the feathers to fly, the birds turned to violence in an effort to establish a pecking order.

    The Dalmatian Pelicans were seen getting into a flap after fishermen discarded some of their catch on Lake Kerkini in Macedonia, Greece.

    Photographer Bill Coster captured the moment the birds came to blows in their attempts to snap up the free lunch.

    And the hungry flock used their distinctive orange beaks to good effect as they battled it out with what appeared to be an avian form of arm wrestling.

    As news about the fishy feast spread more and more pelicans joined the brawl until every available morsel had been swallowed.

    Dalmatian Pelicans are one of the largest living bird species, with a wingspan of 9ft 6in-11ft 6in.

    Having such a vast frame means they are required to consume a massive 1,200 g (2.6 lb) of fish per day.

    Lake Kerkini is an artificial reservoir that was created in 1932.

    Today it is considered to be the premier birding site in Greece, and is situated along an important flyway for migratory birds.

    The lake is particularly well known for its pelican population, both Dalmatian and White.

    The Pelicans winter and breed on the lake using platforms specially built for them.

    MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Bill Coster / FLPA / Rex Features

    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IYOPODEQD (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

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  • Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
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    Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Bill Coster/FLPA / Rex Features (1931665k)

    Pugilist Pelicans
    With the offer of free fish on the line these pugilist pelicans didn't pull their punches.

    Really causing the feathers to fly, the birds turned to violence in an effort to establish a pecking order.

    The Dalmatian Pelicans were seen getting into a flap after fishermen discarded some of their catch on Lake Kerkini in Macedonia, Greece.

    Photographer Bill Coster captured the moment the birds came to blows in their attempts to snap up the free lunch.

    And the hungry flock used their distinctive orange beaks to good effect as they battled it out with what appeared to be an avian form of arm wrestling.

    As news about the fishy feast spread more and more pelicans joined the brawl until every available morsel had been swallowed.

    Dalmatian Pelicans are one of the largest living bird species, with a wingspan of 9ft 6in-11ft 6in.

    Having such a vast frame means they are required to consume a massive 1,200 g (2.6 lb) of fish per day.

    Lake Kerkini is an artificial reservoir that was created in 1932.

    Today it is considered to be the premier birding site in Greece, and is situated along an important flyway for migratory birds.

    The lake is particularly well known for its pelican population, both Dalmatian and White.

    The Pelicans winter and breed on the lake using platforms specially built for them.

    MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Bill Coster / FLPA / Rex Features

    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IYOPODEQD (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

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  • Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
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    Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Bill Coster/FLPA / Rex Features (1931665j)

    Pugilist Pelicans
    With the offer of free fish on the line these pugilist pelicans didn't pull their punches.

    Really causing the feathers to fly, the birds turned to violence in an effort to establish a pecking order.

    The Dalmatian Pelicans were seen getting into a flap after fishermen discarded some of their catch on Lake Kerkini in Macedonia, Greece.

    Photographer Bill Coster captured the moment the birds came to blows in their attempts to snap up the free lunch.

    And the hungry flock used their distinctive orange beaks to good effect as they battled it out with what appeared to be an avian form of arm wrestling.

    As news about the fishy feast spread more and more pelicans joined the brawl until every available morsel had been swallowed.

    Dalmatian Pelicans are one of the largest living bird species, with a wingspan of 9ft 6in-11ft 6in.

    Having such a vast frame means they are required to consume a massive 1,200 g (2.6 lb) of fish per day.

    Lake Kerkini is an artificial reservoir that was created in 1932.

    Today it is considered to be the premier birding site in Greece, and is situated along an important flyway for migratory birds.

    The lake is particularly well known for its pelican population, both Dalmatian and White.

    The Pelicans winter and breed on the lake using platforms specially built for them.

    MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Bill Coster / FLPA / Rex Features

    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IYOPODEQD (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

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  • Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
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    Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Bill Coster/FLPA / Rex Features (1931665i)

    Pugilist Pelicans
    With the offer of free fish on the line these pugilist pelicans didn't pull their punches.

    Really causing the feathers to fly, the birds turned to violence in an effort to establish a pecking order.

    The Dalmatian Pelicans were seen getting into a flap after fishermen discarded some of their catch on Lake Kerkini in Macedonia, Greece.

    Photographer Bill Coster captured the moment the birds came to blows in their attempts to snap up the free lunch.

    And the hungry flock used their distinctive orange beaks to good effect as they battled it out with what appeared to be an avian form of arm wrestling.

    As news about the fishy feast spread more and more pelicans joined the brawl until every available morsel had been swallowed.

    Dalmatian Pelicans are one of the largest living bird species, with a wingspan of 9ft 6in-11ft 6in.

    Having such a vast frame means they are required to consume a massive 1,200 g (2.6 lb) of fish per day.

    Lake Kerkini is an artificial reservoir that was created in 1932.

    Today it is considered to be the premier birding site in Greece, and is situated along an important flyway for migratory birds.

    The lake is particularly well known for its pelican population, both Dalmatian and White.

    The Pelicans winter and breed on the lake using platforms specially built for them.

    MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Bill Coster / FLPA / Rex Features

    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IYOPODEQD (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
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    Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Bill Coster/FLPA / Rex Features (1931665h)

    Pugilist Pelicans
    With the offer of free fish on the line these pugilist pelicans didn't pull their punches.

    Really causing the feathers to fly, the birds turned to violence in an effort to establish a pecking order.

    The Dalmatian Pelicans were seen getting into a flap after fishermen discarded some of their catch on Lake Kerkini in Macedonia, Greece.

    Photographer Bill Coster captured the moment the birds came to blows in their attempts to snap up the free lunch.

    And the hungry flock used their distinctive orange beaks to good effect as they battled it out with what appeared to be an avian form of arm wrestling.

    As news about the fishy feast spread more and more pelicans joined the brawl until every available morsel had been swallowed.

    Dalmatian Pelicans are one of the largest living bird species, with a wingspan of 9ft 6in-11ft 6in.

    Having such a vast frame means they are required to consume a massive 1,200 g (2.6 lb) of fish per day.

    Lake Kerkini is an artificial reservoir that was created in 1932.

    Today it is considered to be the premier birding site in Greece, and is situated along an important flyway for migratory birds.

    The lake is particularly well known for its pelican population, both Dalmatian and White.

    The Pelicans winter and breed on the lake using platforms specially built for them.

    MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Bill Coster / FLPA / Rex Features

    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IYOPODEQD (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
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    Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Bill Coster/FLPA / Rex Features (1931665g)

    Pugilist Pelicans
    With the offer of free fish on the line these pugilist pelicans didn't pull their punches.

    Really causing the feathers to fly, the birds turned to violence in an effort to establish a pecking order.

    The Dalmatian Pelicans were seen getting into a flap after fishermen discarded some of their catch on Lake Kerkini in Macedonia, Greece.

    Photographer Bill Coster captured the moment the birds came to blows in their attempts to snap up the free lunch.

    And the hungry flock used their distinctive orange beaks to good effect as they battled it out with what appeared to be an avian form of arm wrestling.

    As news about the fishy feast spread more and more pelicans joined the brawl until every available morsel had been swallowed.

    Dalmatian Pelicans are one of the largest living bird species, with a wingspan of 9ft 6in-11ft 6in.

    Having such a vast frame means they are required to consume a massive 1,200 g (2.6 lb) of fish per day.

    Lake Kerkini is an artificial reservoir that was created in 1932.

    Today it is considered to be the premier birding site in Greece, and is situated along an important flyway for migratory birds.

    The lake is particularly well known for its pelican population, both Dalmatian and White.

    The Pelicans winter and breed on the lake using platforms specially built for them.

    MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Bill Coster / FLPA / Rex Features

    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IYOPODEQD (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
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    Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Bill Coster/FLPA / Rex Features (1931665f)

    Pugilist Pelicans
    With the offer of free fish on the line these pugilist pelicans didn't pull their punches.

    Really causing the feathers to fly, the birds turned to violence in an effort to establish a pecking order.

    The Dalmatian Pelicans were seen getting into a flap after fishermen discarded some of their catch on Lake Kerkini in Macedonia, Greece.

    Photographer Bill Coster captured the moment the birds came to blows in their attempts to snap up the free lunch.

    And the hungry flock used their distinctive orange beaks to good effect as they battled it out with what appeared to be an avian form of arm wrestling.

    As news about the fishy feast spread more and more pelicans joined the brawl until every available morsel had been swallowed.

    Dalmatian Pelicans are one of the largest living bird species, with a wingspan of 9ft 6in-11ft 6in.

    Having such a vast frame means they are required to consume a massive 1,200 g (2.6 lb) of fish per day.

    Lake Kerkini is an artificial reservoir that was created in 1932.

    Today it is considered to be the premier birding site in Greece, and is situated along an important flyway for migratory birds.

    The lake is particularly well known for its pelican population, both Dalmatian and White.

    The Pelicans winter and breed on the lake using platforms specially built for them.

    MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Bill Coster / FLPA / Rex Features

    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IYOPODEQD (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

    DUKAS/REX

     

  • Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
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    Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Bill Coster/FLPA / Rex Features (1931665e)

    Pugilist Pelicans
    With the offer of free fish on the line these pugilist pelicans didn't pull their punches.

    Really causing the feathers to fly, the birds turned to violence in an effort to establish a pecking order.

    The Dalmatian Pelicans were seen getting into a flap after fishermen discarded some of their catch on Lake Kerkini in Macedonia, Greece.

    Photographer Bill Coster captured the moment the birds came to blows in their attempts to snap up the free lunch.

    And the hungry flock used their distinctive orange beaks to good effect as they battled it out with what appeared to be an avian form of arm wrestling.

    As news about the fishy feast spread more and more pelicans joined the brawl until every available morsel had been swallowed.

    Dalmatian Pelicans are one of the largest living bird species, with a wingspan of 9ft 6in-11ft 6in.

    Having such a vast frame means they are required to consume a massive 1,200 g (2.6 lb) of fish per day.

    Lake Kerkini is an artificial reservoir that was created in 1932.

    Today it is considered to be the premier birding site in Greece, and is situated along an important flyway for migratory birds.

    The lake is particularly well known for its pelican population, both Dalmatian and White.

    The Pelicans winter and breed on the lake using platforms specially built for them.

    MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Bill Coster / FLPA / Rex Features

    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IYOPODEQD (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

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  • Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
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    Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Bill Coster/FLPA / Rex Features (1931665c)

    Pugilist Pelicans
    With the offer of free fish on the line these pugilist pelicans didn't pull their punches.

    Really causing the feathers to fly, the birds turned to violence in an effort to establish a pecking order.

    The Dalmatian Pelicans were seen getting into a flap after fishermen discarded some of their catch on Lake Kerkini in Macedonia, Greece.

    Photographer Bill Coster captured the moment the birds came to blows in their attempts to snap up the free lunch.

    And the hungry flock used their distinctive orange beaks to good effect as they battled it out with what appeared to be an avian form of arm wrestling.

    As news about the fishy feast spread more and more pelicans joined the brawl until every available morsel had been swallowed.

    Dalmatian Pelicans are one of the largest living bird species, with a wingspan of 9ft 6in-11ft 6in.

    Having such a vast frame means they are required to consume a massive 1,200 g (2.6 lb) of fish per day.

    Lake Kerkini is an artificial reservoir that was created in 1932.

    Today it is considered to be the premier birding site in Greece, and is situated along an important flyway for migratory birds.

    The lake is particularly well known for its pelican population, both Dalmatian and White.

    The Pelicans winter and breed on the lake using platforms specially built for them.

    MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Bill Coster / FLPA / Rex Features

    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IYOPODEQD (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

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  • Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
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    Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Bill Coster/FLPA / Rex Features (1931665b)

    Pugilist Pelicans
    With the offer of free fish on the line these pugilist pelicans didn't pull their punches.

    Really causing the feathers to fly, the birds turned to violence in an effort to establish a pecking order.

    The Dalmatian Pelicans were seen getting into a flap after fishermen discarded some of their catch on Lake Kerkini in Macedonia, Greece.

    Photographer Bill Coster captured the moment the birds came to blows in their attempts to snap up the free lunch.

    And the hungry flock used their distinctive orange beaks to good effect as they battled it out with what appeared to be an avian form of arm wrestling.

    As news about the fishy feast spread more and more pelicans joined the brawl until every available morsel had been swallowed.

    Dalmatian Pelicans are one of the largest living bird species, with a wingspan of 9ft 6in-11ft 6in.

    Having such a vast frame means they are required to consume a massive 1,200 g (2.6 lb) of fish per day.

    Lake Kerkini is an artificial reservoir that was created in 1932.

    Today it is considered to be the premier birding site in Greece, and is situated along an important flyway for migratory birds.

    The lake is particularly well known for its pelican population, both Dalmatian and White.

    The Pelicans winter and breed on the lake using platforms specially built for them.

    MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Bill Coster / FLPA / Rex Features

    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IYOPODEQD (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

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  • Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
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    Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Bill Coster/FLPA / Rex Features (1931665d)

    Pugilist Pelicans
    With the offer of free fish on the line these pugilist pelicans didn't pull their punches.

    Really causing the feathers to fly, the birds turned to violence in an effort to establish a pecking order.

    The Dalmatian Pelicans were seen getting into a flap after fishermen discarded some of their catch on Lake Kerkini in Macedonia, Greece.

    Photographer Bill Coster captured the moment the birds came to blows in their attempts to snap up the free lunch.

    And the hungry flock used their distinctive orange beaks to good effect as they battled it out with what appeared to be an avian form of arm wrestling.

    As news about the fishy feast spread more and more pelicans joined the brawl until every available morsel had been swallowed.

    Dalmatian Pelicans are one of the largest living bird species, with a wingspan of 9ft 6in-11ft 6in.

    Having such a vast frame means they are required to consume a massive 1,200 g (2.6 lb) of fish per day.

    Lake Kerkini is an artificial reservoir that was created in 1932.

    Today it is considered to be the premier birding site in Greece, and is situated along an important flyway for migratory birds.

    The lake is particularly well known for its pelican population, both Dalmatian and White.

    The Pelicans winter and breed on the lake using platforms specially built for them.

    MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Bill Coster / FLPA / Rex Features

    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IYOPODEQD (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

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  • Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
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    Dalmatian pelicans fighting over fish discarded by fishermen on Lake Kerkini, Macedonia, Greece - 2012
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Bill Coster/FLPA / Rex Features (1931665a)

    Pugilist Pelicans
    With the offer of free fish on the line these pugilist pelicans didn't pull their punches.

    Really causing the feathers to fly, the birds turned to violence in an effort to establish a pecking order.

    The Dalmatian Pelicans were seen getting into a flap after fishermen discarded some of their catch on Lake Kerkini in Macedonia, Greece.

    Photographer Bill Coster captured the moment the birds came to blows in their attempts to snap up the free lunch.

    And the hungry flock used their distinctive orange beaks to good effect as they battled it out with what appeared to be an avian form of arm wrestling.

    As news about the fishy feast spread more and more pelicans joined the brawl until every available morsel had been swallowed.

    Dalmatian Pelicans are one of the largest living bird species, with a wingspan of 9ft 6in-11ft 6in.

    Having such a vast frame means they are required to consume a massive 1,200 g (2.6 lb) of fish per day.

    Lake Kerkini is an artificial reservoir that was created in 1932.

    Today it is considered to be the premier birding site in Greece, and is situated along an important flyway for migratory birds.

    The lake is particularly well known for its pelican population, both Dalmatian and White.

    The Pelicans winter and breed on the lake using platforms specially built for them.

    MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Bill Coster / FLPA / Rex Features

    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/IYOPODEQD (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

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  • Highlights 2012 - Unsere besten Tierfotos
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    Highlights 2012 - Unsere besten Tierfotos
    October 13, 2012, Jakarta, Indonesia: Australian Pelicans play at Ragunan zoo. Ragunan zoo, around 150 hectares, has a collection of 1,853 species of wildlife or so. (Xinhua/Polaris)
    (FOTO:DUKAS/POLARIS)

    Highlights 2012 - Unser besten Tierfotos

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  • Camera trap photographs by Blair Roberts, Kenya - 2011
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    Camera trap photographs by Blair Roberts, Kenya - 2011
    Manadatory Credit: Photo by Blair Roberts / Rex Features (1424347V)

    Peek-A-Boo: The World Through The Lens Of A Kenyan Camera Trap
    You're wandering the plains of Kenya and you spot a mysterious metal box. You wouldn't be able to stop yourself having a quick peek, would you?

    That was seemingly the reaction of all creatures great and small when ecology student Blair Roberts placed camera traps in the wildlife-rich region.

    The 26-year-old wanted to study the feeding patterns of Thomson gazelle, but found her equipment captured some amazing - and hilarious - sights.

    A cheeky Patas monkey, already an unusual-looking species, appears almost alien-like as it moves so near to the camera that cannot focus.

    Similarly, in a side-splitting trio of images, an olive baboon takes such a close peek its nose nearly touches the lens.

    In another picture, a juvenile olive baboon appears to cast a dismissive glance sideways at the camera as it follows it mother.

    Other highlights include a Jungle Book-style herd of elephants sauntering by, a fearsome rhino looks about to charge at the camera, and, at one point, a pair of inquisitive cattle herders stopping to peer into the lens.

    There are also cameo appearances from impala, zebra, oryx and, seeming slightly shy, a giraffe and ostrich that only poke their heads into the frame.

    Night-vision images reveal buffalo, hyena and Jackson's hartebeest - along with an African elephant shortly before it knocked the camera over and bent the support pole to a 45 degree angle.

    Blair, from Louisville, Kentucky, uses the images as part of dissertation research in her fourth year as a PhD student in Princeton University's Ecology and Evolutionary Biology program.

    She has set up ten heat- and motion- triggered cameras in steel cases on four plains at Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Laikipia, Kenya. When activated they take three photos in quick successi...
    For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VVFQBXWKF

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  • LA: GULF OF MEXICO BP OIL SPILL DISASTER
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    LA: GULF OF MEXICO BP OIL SPILL DISASTER
    26 May 2010. Grand Isle, Lafourche Parish, Louisiana.
    From Barataria Bay to Grand Isle. Cat Island, a prefered nesting ground for Pelicans, gulls and herons is protected by boom but oil keeps seeping ashore. The environmental and economic impact is devastating with shrimp boats tied up, vacation rentals and charter boat fishing trips cancelled the only business for shrimpers is loading and laying boom and working for big oil. Oil from the Deepwater Horizon catastrophe is evading booms laid out to stop it thanks in part to the dispersants which means the oil travels at every depth of the Gulf and washes ashore wherever the current carries it. Photo Cedit: Charlie Varley / Sipa Press/1005281416 (FOTO: DUKAS/SIPA)

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  • Hungary
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    Hungary
    Mandatory Credit: Photo by Martin Karius / Rex Features ( 996364ai )
    A group of Pelicans swimming together, Budapest Zoo, Hungary
    Hungary

    (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)

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    Great White Pelican (White Pelican), large flock, Mkuze Game Reserve, Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (FOTO: DUKAS/AFRICANPICTURES.NET)
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    Great White Pelican (White Pelican), flock, Mkuze Game Reserve, Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (FOTO: DUKAS/AFRICANPICTURES.NET)
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    Great White Pelican (White Pelican), landing, Mkuze Game Reserve, Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (FOTO: DUKAS/AFRICANPICTURES.NET)
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