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# 8 Images of Lake Kerkini’s Pelicans captured by George

Published on March 1, 2018

[![One Of Kerkinis Dalmatian Pelicans Making Quite A Splash In The Waters Of The Lake Photographed During One Of The Natureslens Dalmatian Pelican Photography Holidays](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/one-of-kerkinis-dalmatian-pelicans-making-quite-a-splash-in-the-waters-of-the-lake-photographed-during-one-of-the-natureslens-dalmatian-pelican-photography-holidays.jpg)](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/one-of-kerkinis-dalmatian-pelicans-making-quite-a-splash-in-the-waters-of-the-lake-photographed-during-one-of-the-natureslens-dalmatian-pelican-photography-holidays.jpg)

George visited Lake Kerkini’s Pelicans back in 2018, & as you can see, came back with some strong images!

[![A Quad Of In Flight Dalmatian Pelicans Fly Over Lake Kerkini Photographed During One Of The Natureslens Dalmatian Pelican Photography Holidays](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/a-quad-of-in-flight-dalmatian-pelicans-fly-over-lake-kerkini-photographed-during-one-of-the-natureslens-dalmatian-pelican-photography-holidays.jpg)](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/a-quad-of-in-flight-dalmatian-pelicans-fly-over-lake-kerkini-photographed-during-one-of-the-natureslens-dalmatian-pelican-photography-holidays.jpg)

The man-made waters of Lake [Kerkini](https://natureslens.co.uk/discover/europe/greece/) are bordered by snow-capped mountains, which provides a safe productive for migrating birds as well as the famous [Dalmatian Pelican](https://natureslens.co.uk/photograph/dalmatian-pelican/). At times of calm, the glassy lake can provide a mirror-like surface for impressive reflection shots.

[![A Solitary Dalmatian Pelican Flies Over Lake Kerkini Photographed During One Of The Natureslens Dalmatian Pelican Photography Holidays](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/a-solitary-dalmatian-pelican-flies-over-lake-kerkini-photographed-during-one-of-the-natureslens-dalmatian-pelican-photography-holidays.jpg)](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/a-solitary-dalmatian-pelican-flies-over-lake-kerkini-photographed-during-one-of-the-natureslens-dalmatian-pelican-photography-holidays.jpg)

Our base is a short drive from the lake so you can have a little bit more time in bed before heading out for the dawn shoot. The mornings on the lake can be quite cold so it’s a good idea to wrap up warmly!

[![Illuminated By The Rising Sun One Of The Dalmatian Pelicans Attempts To Land On The Waters Of Lake Kerkini Photographed During One Of The Natureslens Dalmatian Pelican Photography Holidays](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/illuminated-by-the-rising-sun-one-of-the-dalmatian-pelicans-attempts-to-land-on-the-waters-of-lake-kerkini-photographed-during-one-of-the-natureslens-dalmatian-pelican-photography-holidays.jpg)](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/illuminated-by-the-rising-sun-one-of-the-dalmatian-pelicans-attempts-to-land-on-the-waters-of-lake-kerkini-photographed-during-one-of-the-natureslens-dalmatian-pelican-photography-holidays.jpg)

You can use a wide variety of lenses at [Lake Kerkini](https://natureslens.co.uk/discover/europe/greece/), depending on the type of image you are after. The Pelicans are confiding birds, so no need for big prime lenses here. For the boat trip, we recommend taking a telephoto lens such as the Canon 100-400mm for flexibility. A wide-angle would also be useful in case a Pelican decides to land on the boat!

[![Illuminated By The Rising Sun One Of The Dalmatian Pelicans Flies Over The Waters Of Lake Kerkini Photographed During One Of The Natureslens Dalmatian Pelican Photography Holidays](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/illuminated-by-the-rising-sun-one-of-the-dalmatian-pelicans-flies-over-the-waters-of-lake-kerkini-photographed-during-one-of-the-natureslens-dalmatian-pelican-photography-holidays.jpg)](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/illuminated-by-the-rising-sun-one-of-the-dalmatian-pelicans-flies-over-the-waters-of-lake-kerkini-photographed-during-one-of-the-natureslens-dalmatian-pelican-photography-holidays.jpg)

[![One Of Kerkinis Dalmatian Pelicans Making Quite A Splash In The Waters Of The Lake Photographed During One Of The Natureslens Dalmatian Pelican Photography Holidays](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/one-of-kerkinis-dalmatian-pelicans-making-quite-a-splash-in-the-waters-of-the-lake-photographed-during-one-of-the-natureslens-dalmatian-pelican-photography-holidays.jpg)](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/one-of-kerkinis-dalmatian-pelicans-making-quite-a-splash-in-the-waters-of-the-lake-photographed-during-one-of-the-natureslens-dalmatian-pelican-photography-holidays.jpg)

If you like photographing birds in flight, the Dalmatian Pelican is a great subject due to its large size. George has provided us with a wonderful selection of Pelicans in flight, coming in to land as well as landing shots. The “water-skiing” Pelican below is my favourite shot from George. I just love the composition of the Pelican landing on the still waters against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains.

[![One Of The Dalmatian Pelicans Making Quite A Splash As It Lands On The Waters Of Lake Kerkini Photographed During One Of The Natureslens Dalmatian Pelican Photography Holidays](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/one-of-the-dalmatian-pelicans-making-quite-a-splash-as-it-lands-on-the-waters-of-lake-kerkini-photographed-during-one-of-the-natureslens-dalmatian-pelican-photography-holidays.jpg)](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/one-of-the-dalmatian-pelicans-making-quite-a-splash-as-it-lands-on-the-waters-of-lake-kerkini-photographed-during-one-of-the-natureslens-dalmatian-pelican-photography-holidays.jpg)

[![One Of The Dalmatian Pelicans Making Quite A Splash In The Waters Of Lake Kerkini Photographed During One Of The Natureslens Dalmatian Pelican Photography Holidays](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/one-of-the-dalmatian-pelicans-making-quite-a-splash-in-the-waters-of-lake-kerkini-photographed-during-one-of-the-natureslens-dalmatian-pelican-photography-holidays.jpg)](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/one-of-the-dalmatian-pelicans-making-quite-a-splash-in-the-waters-of-lake-kerkini-photographed-during-one-of-the-natureslens-dalmatian-pelican-photography-holidays.jpg)

Many thanks to George for sharing his lovely photos with us. See you later in the year for [Costa Rica](https://natureslens.co.uk/discover/central-america/costa-rica/)!

[![Wings Illuminated By The Rising Sun One Of The Dalmatian Pelicans Flies Over The Waters Of Lake Kerkini Photographed During One Of The Natureslens Dalmatian Pelican Photography Holidays](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/wings-illuminated-by-the-rising-sun-one-of-the-dalmatian-pelicans-flies-over-the-waters-of-lake-kerkini-photographed-during-one-of-the-natureslens-dalmatian-pelican-photography-holidays.jpg)](https://natureslens.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/wings-illuminated-by-the-rising-sun-one-of-the-dalmatian-pelicans-flies-over-the-waters-of-lake-kerkini-photographed-during-one-of-the-natureslens-dalmatian-pelican-photography-holidays.jpg)

## ## Photograph Lake Kerkini’s Pelicans for Yourself

To photograph Lake Kerkini’s Dalmatian Pelicans for yourself, explore our current [Greece wildlife photography holidays](https://natureslens.co.uk/discover/europe/greece/). Our itineraries are built around the best seasonal conditions, small group access, & photographic guidance that helps you work carefully with light, behaviour, & composition.

Photograph them with us on our small-group [Dalmatian Pelicans of Lake Kerkini photography tour](https://natureslens.co.uk/photography-holiday/greece/dalmatian-pelicans-of-lake-kerkini/).

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