Bird
Great White Pelican Facts
Pelecanus onocrotalus
- Lifespan
- Up to 51 years (maximum recorded longevity)
Great White Pelican Facts at a Glance
It belongs to the family Pelecanidae in the order Pelecaniformes. This profile is designed as a concise starting point; the source names below document the review basis.
Great White Pelican Conservation Status
Great White Pelican is listed here as Least Concern. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.
Quick facts
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- Up to 51 years (maximum recorded longevity)
- Weight
- 9,322.31 g
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