Catching a White Pelican

Today I netted a White Pelican - they are a lot bigger than the Browns once you have them in a net and try to bring them on board and into a crate. (click for larger images)

The bird doesn't appear oiled from any distance, but was unable to fly

 When "spooked," it did a little flap and paddle to try and escape

Up close, you can see the oiled feathers