Pelicans in Morro Bay

Set against the misty backdrop of Morro Bay, this photo series captures the quiet strength and elegance of brown pelicans—gliding through sea spray, resting on dock posts, and diving with precision.

Once nearly extinct due to chemical pollution, these birds have rebounded, but new threats loom. Climate change, plastic waste, and habitat loss continue to challenge their survival along California’s coast.

These images celebrate their beauty and resilience, while reminding us of the fragile ecosystems we share—and the responsibility we carry to protect them.