Dalmatian Pelican - Pelecanus Crispus. Tthe Most Massive Member Of The Pelican Family. Royalty-Free Stock Image

Dalmatian pelican - Pelecanus crispus. Tthe most massive member of the pelican family. The Dalmatian pelican is found in lakes, rivers, deltas and estuaries. Compared to the great white pelican, the Dalmatian is not as tied to lowland areas and will nest in suitable wetlands with many elevations. It is less opportunistic in breeding habitat selection than the great white, usually returning to a traditional breeding site year after year unless it becomes completely unsuitable.