This White Pelican was admitted due to toxicosis from red tide. If you see an animal that looks like they are acting unnaturally, there is a possibility that it has been affected by red tide. It is a neurotoxin, so you may notice birds stumbling and exhibiting zero to no coordination. This is because the toxins are affecting their ability to move properly or in some cases, no movement at all. You may also notice dull discoloration, difficulty breathing (like you see here with this pelican), no b

Pelican Feeding

Pelican Feeding