Pelican Cove at WWT Arundel
Come face to face with one of the world's most impressive wetland birds at Pelican Cove. Home to our flock of magnificent Dalmatian pelicans, this lakeside habitat gives you the chance to watch these giant birds swim, sunbathe and feed throughout the day.
Don't miss our daily Keeper Talk at 2pm, where you'll discover fascinating facts about the world's largest and rarest pelican species and get your questions answered by our expert team.
Meet our Dalmatian pelicans
Dalmatian pelicans are the largest and rarest pelican species in the world, with an incredible wingspan of up to 10 feet! Odin, Logan, Rogue, Storm, Jean, Wanda and Ghost are currently at home in Pelican Cove with a huge pond and a pair of islands for them to perch on to preen their feathers and sunbathe. The Pelican Barn sits at the back for when these big birds need some time off show.
Built for life on the water
These big birds are built to fish! A huge throat pouch under their oversized beak holds up to 3 buckets of water, acting like a net to scoop up prey. Our Keepers offer them fish several times a day to match their appetites. Meet the Keepers at 2 pm talk each day at Pelican Cove to answer all your pelican questions.
Daily pelican keeper talk
Join our Keepers every day at 2pm to learn more about these extraordinary birds. Discover how our team cares for the pelicans, what they eat, how they use their huge beaks and why wetlands are so important for species like them.
Pelicans and wetland conservation
Did you know Dalmatian pelicans once lived in British wetlands? Around 2,000 years ago they were a familiar sight, but habitat loss and hunting led to their disappearance from the UK. Their story highlights the importance of protecting and restoring wetlands for wildlife around the world.
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