Birds today are believed to be descendants of dinosaurs. Nevertheless, they're usually far less intimidating than their extinct counterparts are imagined to have been. However, if you ask wildlife photographer Sean Weekly, that’s not always the case. During a boat tour of Lake Kerkini, in Greece, earlier this year, Sean came face to face with a bird almost as imposing as her ancient cousins. The bird in question was actually a Dalmatian pelican, the largest member of the pelican family. The bird unexpectedly landed atop the ship’s canvas roof, as Sean rode in the charted vessel. Surprisingly, she had no plans of going unnoticed, and this happened moments later:
In an Instagram post, Sean described the encounter as "Ambushed by a living dinosaur," and he’s not wrong. Described by eBird as a "massive pelican with a disheveled appearance," the Dalmatian pelican certainly does strike an unforgettable figure. A follow-up video suggests that the pelican Sean encountered was looking for a payment.
According to Sean, the stunning Lake Kerkini in Northern Greece is without a doubt one of his favorite places that he had the privilege of visiting for many years. He said his love for this location, the people, and the wildlife has allowed him to build an elaborate portfolio of these awesome birds. Sean Weekly is a professional UK-based wildlife photographer, according to his Instagram page.
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