Shoebill birds can reach a height of five feet, but the prehistoric-looking creatures generally aren't taller than people.

IRVINE, Calif. (AP) — A pelican found tangled in fishing line with a 6-inch hook lodged in its lower bill has been released back into the wild after surgeries and months of rehabilitation in Southern ...

Pelicans live in warm and tropical areas close to water; you can often see them hanging out together on docks and beaches. They are very social and usually stick together in flocks or colonies. One of ...

3.This pattern on a pigeon's feather's that were revealed when a UV light was shined on them: Pelican standing near a pond with greenery in the background Pelican with wide-open beak standing near a ...

Shoebills, named for the shape of their bills, are closely related to pelicans and herons. They can stand nearly 5 feet tall and boast wingspans of 7-plus feet. They’re globally listed as "vulnerable" ...