That magnificent expandable pouch, those impressive wings and a dignified waddle that demands respect - our printable pelican mask is a coastal classic! The pelican is one of the world's most recognisable waterbirds, and this mask captures all that large-billed, pouch-throated grandeur perfectly. Perfect for seashore school plays, coastal habitat classroom projects, World Book Day, birthday parties, and gloriously ungainly imaginative play.

A brilliant mask for coastal habitats and waterbird topics - the pelican's cooperative fishing technique is one of nature's most impressive team efforts and always fascinates children. Every mask comes with a full colour version AND a black and white line art version for colouring in.

5 Interesting Facts About Pelicans!

A pelican's throat pouch can hold up to 13 litres of water - roughly three times the capacity of its stomach. After a scoop, it drains the water through the sides of its bill before swallowing the fish.
Pelicans are surprisingly light for their size - their bones are hollow and their body contains large air sacs connected to their lungs, making them naturally buoyant and effortless gliders.
They are highly social birds that fish cooperatively - groups will form lines or semicircles to herd fish into shallow water, then plunge together to maximise the catch.
Despite their clumsy appearance on land, pelicans are spectacular fliers - they can soar on thermals for hours and have been recorded flying at altitudes of over 3,000 metres.
Baby pelicans are fed by plunging their heads directly into the parent's pouch to access regurgitated fish - a feeding method that looks rather alarming but is perfectly effective.

Printable Pelican Mask

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