Pelicans Soaring Over Seabird Colony Rock
Monday, June 22nd, 2026 at 5:21:16 PM · 2026/Father's Day Camping
A flock of brown pelicans flies in a loose formation above a rocky sea stack rising from churning gray-green ocean waters. The isolated rock outcropping is densely colonized by what appear to be Brandt's cormorants, their dark bodies contrasting with the white guano coating the upper surfaces of the rock. The overcast sky and moody, diffuse lighting give the scene a dramatic, wild atmosphere typical of the Northern California or Oregon coast. Motion blur on the pelicans' wingtips suggests the birds are actively flapping through blustery conditions, adding a sense of energy and movement to the composition. The telephoto compression from the 100-500mm lens with 2x extender effectively flattens the scene, bringing the distant rock and flying birds into a single layered frame.
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