Rudy Kalele, Take OFF! (ANIMAL 2023)

How many hops does a pelican need to take off from stand still? At least four, normally five, I can say from observing number of their take-offs. A majestic bird. Once airborne, stays airborne for a a very long time. Tries to compete with small aircraft and have captured a few images doing so!

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