The three shaggy-coiffed birds you see here are Dalmatian pelicans, posing on chilly Lake Kerkini in Greece. These waterfowl are among the largest freshwater bird species in the world, with wingspans stretching as wide as 11 feet. Dalmatian pelicans generally breed during the first four months of the year, building their nests on or near the ground, and sometimes upon vegetation floating in water. While breeding, they form monogamous pairs, though they generally don"t pair up for life.
Giants of the avian world
Today in History
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Sailing on thick ice
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Oymyakon, Russia
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Three cheers for polar bears!
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Full moon
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Okefenokee Swamp
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International Polar Bear Day
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National Library Week
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It s aboat time for the Barcolana
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Whale hello there!
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National Umbrella Day
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Red Planet Day
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Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve
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Where is this gorgeous peak?
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Happy International Zebra Day!
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Land of the midnight sun
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Roman theater of Cartagena, Spain
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Mitsumata blossoms
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Summer solstice
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Big Bend National Park anniversary
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The Children’s Cultural Festival in Reykjavik begins today
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Polar bear season in Manitoba
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Cloughoughter Castle, County Cavan, Ireland
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Wild garlic in bloom at Hainich National Park, Germany
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