When the pelican decides to let one loose, I hope the wind isn't blowing in your direction. LOL. Excellent color, clarity, and lighting. Very nice.

This is a very good photo with good clarity. Not to mention that the subject is ....funny :) Why should you think you offend someone? :)
Don't worry!
Nice posting!
I love what you did with the sky:)

Andreea

Cool and Superb pelican photo,Adriana..Wonderful colors and light.

Lovely composition.
The pelican is on guard indeed.
Ed.

A very unusual view, from below, one that most people never get. Either you have a good long lens or this guy isn't bothered much by people nearby. Excellent quality and fun shot. High marks just now in the VB.

-Nikoneer

Jim - you are spot on, the wind was blowing in my direction and as I tried quickly to get around to the front snapping every angle, having to cross right under it due to obstacles on the ground and my attention focused on the subject, all I could do was imagine my self and camera covered in white! It did fire but just after I passed! Phew! Close call!

Andreea - I didn't do much to improve this image other than lightened it slightly due to the shadow on the... back side!

Adriana

"Its beak holds more than its belly can"
So you should be safe.
Fabulous capture. he stands out perfectly against that beautiful blue sky.

thats a really good shot! love it, just gave it high marks in the vb!

This is a really great shot - great sky to compliment the bird.

A really good shot Adriana. Glad to see you were quick on the trigger and fleet of foot.

TicK