Danube Delta Pelicans
Wetland & Marsh
Birds
Beginner
Romania — Danube Delta
May to September
Overview
Europe's largest wetland with the continent's only pelican breeding colonies.
Equipment
- Binoculars
- Camera
- Mosquito repellent
- Waterproofs
Safety Notes
- Mosquitoes are extreme — full coverage required
- Boat navigation requires local guide
Identification Tips
1
White pelicans fish cooperatively in large groups
2
Dalmatian pelicans are larger with curly head feathers
3
Pygmy cormorants roost in willows at dusk
Species Checklist
| Species | Likelihood | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| White Pelican | common | Fishing in cooperative groups |
| Dalmatian Pelican | uncommon | Solo or small groups |
| Pygmy Cormorant | common | Willow roosts at dusk |
| White-tailed Eagle | common | Perched in large dead trees |