PELICAN — Pelecdnus onocrotoius . 
We now arrive at the well-known Pelican. 
This bird is found spread over many portions of Africa, Asia, and is also found 
in some parts of Southern Europe. It is a sociable bird, assembling in large 
flocks, and often mingling with the flamingoes, its white plumage contrasting 
finely w r ith the scarlet raiment of its long-necked allies. The wings of the Pelican 
are very long and powerful, and the flight is singularly bold and graceful. 
The colour of the Pelican is white* with a delicate roseate tinge like that of a 
blush rose. On the breast the feathers are elongated and of a golden yellow. 
The quill-feathers are black, but hardly seen until the bird expands its wings. 
DALZIEL BROTHERS, CAMDEN PRESS. 
