What does the brown pelican need to survive?

Habitat

* Coastal waters, bays, estuaries, and mangrove swamps

* Nests in colonies on islands or in mangrove trees

Food

* Fish, such as menhaden, sardines, and anchovies

* Catches fish by plunging headfirst into the water from the air

Water

* Drinks salt water

* Obtains fresh water from the fish it eats

Climate

* Warm climate

* Prefers temperatures between 60 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit

Threats

* Habitat loss

* Pollution

* Overfishing

* Climate change

Conservation Status

* Least Concern (LC)