Pelican Balsa Ornament

Pelicans do not store food in their gular pouch. The pouch is used more like a fishing net that catches the food. The is then emptied of the water and the Pelican swallows the food. They also dive into the water at 40 mph to catch a fish. Wonder what their concussion protocol is

Made out of sustainably harvested balsa wood, these lightweight ornaments are hand-carved and then painted with non-toxic acrylic paint by a cooperative of skilled artisans on Isla Solentiname, Nicaragua. Approximate size: 5" x 2".