🌿Native Nature

Pink-backed Pelican

Pelecanus rufescens

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Pelecaniformes ›Family: Pelecanidae ›Genus: Pelecanus

About

The pink-backed pelican (Pelecanus rufescens) is a bird of the pelican family. It is a resident breeder in the swamps and shallow lakes of Africa, southern Arabia, southern India and is apparently extirpated in Madagascar.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pink-backed Pelican?
The scientific name of Pink-backed Pelican is Pelecanus rufescens.
What is the conservation status of Pink-backed Pelican?
The Pink-backed Pelican has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Pink-backed Pelican belong to?
Pink-backed Pelican belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Pink-backed Pelican belong to?
Pink-backed Pelican belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Pink-backed Pelican belong to?
Pink-backed Pelican belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Pink-backed Pelican belong to?
Pink-backed Pelican belongs to the order Pelecaniformes.
What family does Pink-backed Pelican belong to?
Pink-backed Pelican belongs to the family Pelecanidae.
What genus does Pink-backed Pelican belong to?
Pink-backed Pelican belongs to the genus Pelecanus.