The Pelicans Were Busy Today

Late yesterday afternoon we had a few brown pelicans start flying into the salt marsh area, possibly coming in from the ocean.

We enjoyed watching them flying and diving in among the oyster beds but as it got darker we had to leave them to dine alone.

26 thoughts on “The Pelicans Were Busy Today”

Patrizia M. on February 23, 2015 at 10:29 am said:

Fantastico guardare le tue foto, sono bellissime. Complimenti caro Phil e grazie per la condivisione di tanta bellezza.
Ciao, Patrizia

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- Victor Rakmil on February 23, 2015 at 10:56 am said:
  
  Amazing shots.
  
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  - Phil Lanoue on February 23, 2015 at 2:15 pm said:
    
    I’m very happy you enjoyed them.
    
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- Phil Lanoue on February 23, 2015 at 2:17 pm said:
  
  Grazie Pat, sono molto felice che ti piace le foto!
  
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Linda on February 23, 2015 at 11:01 am said:

Such clarity and beauty, you can see every single detail of these amazing pelicans in these shots….and they show every single color — great pictures, and great shots, thank you Phil

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- Phil Lanoue on February 23, 2015 at 2:15 pm said:
  
  Thanks a million for your kind, thoughtful comments Linda!
  
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foxleylady on February 23, 2015 at 11:36 am said:

So incredibly agile for such large birds! Such lovely pictures, showing all their colours – you always get such detail, Phil!

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- Phil Lanoue on February 23, 2015 at 2:14 pm said:
  
  In cases like this I’m happy to let the birds do all the work while I just grab the pics. 🙂 Thanks for looking Maggie!
  
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anotherday2paradise on February 23, 2015 at 11:46 am said:

Amazing captures, Phil. I’m in awe of your wonderful photography. 🙂

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- Phil Lanoue on February 23, 2015 at 2:13 pm said:
  
  Well I really appreciate that Sylvia, thank you.
  
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Lyle Krahn on February 23, 2015 at 12:57 pm said:

They made it on the site! I especially like that third one coming right at you.

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- Phil Lanoue on February 23, 2015 at 2:12 pm said:
  
  That seems to be the deal with WP issues, wait until the next day and they often end up fixing themselves.
  Glad you liked that front view penguin shot. I got a message this morning from some guy who claimed to be from Nat Geo saying they wanted that photo for a cover. Was that you that left the message?! 🙂
  
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  - Lyle Krahn on February 23, 2015 at 6:05 pm said:
    
    Remember Shultz from Hogan’s Heroes” I see nothing, know nothing!
    
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    - Phil Lanoue on February 23, 2015 at 9:22 pm said:
      
      Well that’s the safest policy. You certainly don’t want to be sent to “The Russian Front.”
      
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Raewyn's Photos on February 23, 2015 at 3:09 pm said:

Great shots.

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- Phil Lanoue on February 23, 2015 at 4:16 pm said:
  
  Glad you enjoyed the pelicans.
  
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Bella Remy Photography on February 23, 2015 at 8:51 pm said:

Incoming !! The last shot is fantastic Phil!

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- Phil Lanoue on February 23, 2015 at 9:23 pm said:
  
  There were three if them out there and they provided a lot of action and interest. 🙂
  
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Charlie@Seattle Trekker on February 24, 2015 at 3:55 am said:

Such an amazing action series…I do love the pelican.

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- Phil Lanoue on February 25, 2015 at 3:46 pm said:
  
  Thank you Charlie, and yes the pelicans can be quite entertaining!
  
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donna213 on February 24, 2015 at 8:46 am said:

I think in the third shot the pelican smiled for you. Beautiful series, Phil.

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- Phil Lanoue on February 25, 2015 at 3:47 pm said:
  
  Maybe he was hoping I got the shot and made him look good too! Not sure about that last part though.
  
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The Lite Rider on February 25, 2015 at 5:21 pm said:

Loving these guys. They have gentle colors, but are so pretty in their own way. Love that last shot especially!

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- Phil Lanoue on March 1, 2015 at 2:44 pm said:
  
  I’m happy you enjoyed seeing the big guy in action. They are always fun to watch when actively feeding.
  
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lynn on February 28, 2015 at 12:22 pm said:

Such great pictures! Thank you for posting them, they bring a smile to my face and they also warm
up our harsh winter months in Canada!

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- Phil Lanoue on March 1, 2015 at 2:45 pm said:
  
  Well I’m thrilled you enjoy the photos and glad they bring a smile and a little warmth up there for you! Thanks very much. 🙂
  
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