However, because of climate change and humans using the wetlands they live in, some populations of great white pelicans are declining.
In deep water, white pelicans often fish alone.
American white pelicans fly in formation to save energy.
A few white pelicans stand on the stone jetty at the point where the river merges into the sea.
Most were American white pelicans, wood storks and great blue herons.
The most commonly observed migratory species is the American white pelican, which was not seen in the area before the lake and canals were restored.
For instance in the 1970s white pelicans were sighted on the loch.
A group of 6 to 8 great white pelicans will gather in a horseshoe formation in the water to feed together.
Great white pelicans are exploited for many reasons.
Winter residents include northern gannets, American white pelicans and common loons.