First pelicans in 360 years hatch in St James’s Park London
For the first time in 360 years, pelicans have successfully bred and hatched chicks in London's St James’s Park. The park has hosted pelicans since 1664, but this marks the first successful reproduction event in the colony's history.
Why it matters
This is a significant conservation and historical milestone for a landmark royal park.
‘This is a first for us’: the adults and four chicks. Photograph: The Royal Parks/PA View image in fullscreen ‘This is a first for us’: the adults and four chicks. Photograph: The Royal Parks/PA Birds First pelicans in 360 years hatch in St James’s Park London Birds have been in the park since the Russian ambassador gave King Charles II two in 1664 – but none ever bred there
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