Birds

One of the largest birds in North America, with a 9-foot wingspan. Similar to Brown Pelican in shape but much larger, and very different in habits: Occurs far inland, feeds cooperatively in shallow lakes, does not dive from the air for fish. Despite its great size, a spectacular flier, with flocks often soaring very high in the air, ponderously wheeling and circling in unison.

Often the most common and widespread gull in North America, especially inland, and numbers are probably still increasing.

The Great Blue Heron is the largest heron in North America.