Story: Pelicans Galore
Episode: 17
Presenter: Christina Morrisey
Air Date: 2nd June 2024

Chrissy has a fishy breakfast, serving pelicans by the sea.

• Kalbarri volunteers, led by Felicity, engage in the daily feeding of local pelicans at 8:45 am, a tradition initiated in 1975 by Cliff Ross.
• Each pelican harbors unique traits, such as the renowned "dancing queen," adding an element of surprise and amusement to the feeding ritual.
• Pelicans boast remarkable characteristics, including expansive wingspans, voluminous bills capable of holding up to 13 litres of water, and a captivating presence.
• While pelicans share their bounty with seagulls, they display aversion towards the latter's attempts to steal their food, showcasing intriguing interspecies dynamics.
• Situated across from the feeding site, the former museum, now Pelicans café, serves delectable homemade fare and coffee, offering a perfect pre-feeding respite.
• Participating in pelican feeding offers visitors an insightful encounter with these majestic birds, fostering appreciation and understanding of their behaviour.
• Visitors are encouraged to partake in the feeding ritual, enhancing their connection with nature and contributing to the vibrancy of the Kalbarri foreshore.

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