"Meet the pelican! Learn about how this large bird uses its bill to scoop up fish. Elementary-aged readers will discover how pelicans preen to keep their feathers waterproof. Full color images and clear explanations highlight the habitat, diet, and lifestyle of these . . . birds. An Australian folk tale explains why some pelicans are white. Includes table of contents, an index, on-page definitions, and further resources for interested readers"--Provided by publisher.