I made a quick fishing trip to Fish River on a December afternoon and only caught one rat redfish. I wasn't the only one fishing on the river. This adult brown pelican was feasting on menhaden that were all over the river. I was fortunate enough to have my camera ready and be in great light to capture some of the action. It was a very slow day of fishing for me, but it was great being able to see nature like this up close.

Brown Pelican in Fish RiverA brown pelican feeding in Fish River. Baldwin County Wildlife PhotographerA brown pelican feeding in Fish River. Brown Pelican in Fish RiverA brown pelican feeding in Fish River. Brown Pelican in Fish RiverA brown pelican feeding in Fish River. Brown Pelican in Fish RiverA brown pelican feeding in Fish River. Brown Pelican in Fish RiverA brown pelican feeding in Fish River. Brown Pelican in Fish RiverA brown pelican feeding in Fish River. Brown Pelican in Fish RiverA brown pelican feeding in Fish River. Brown Pelican in Fish RiverA brown pelican feeding in Fish River. Brown Pelican in Fish RiverA brown pelican feeding in Fish River. Brown Pelican in Fish RiverA brown pelican feeding in Fish River.

This one decided sunbathing was more important.

Brown Pelican in Fish RiverA brown pelican feeding in Fish River.