Sign of the changing of the seasons as the pelicans return to Colorado

American white pelicans soon after their arrival to Colorado in the late winter. (© Tony's Takes)
American white pelicans soon after their arrival to Colorado in the late winter. (© Tony’s Takes)

This was a pleasant surprise yesterday as I came across a pod of 50 or so pelicans at a lake in northeastern Colorado. Given the 20-degree temperatures and breezy winds, most of them were quite intent to just hunker down on a small island. Only a couple ventured out into the water to fish but it was fun to see them and a welcome sign that warmer weather is on the way.

American white pelicans soon after their arrival to Colorado in the late winter. (© Tony's Takes)
American white pelicans soon after their arrival to Colorado in the late winter. (© Tony’s Takes)
Sign of the changing of the seasons as the pelicans return to Colorado
American white pelicans swim in a Colorado lake in late winter. (© Tony’s Takes)
American white pelicans swim in a Colorado lake in late winter. (© Tony's Takes)
American white pelicans swim in a Colorado lake in late winter. (© Tony’s Takes)
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