

A high-angle, medium shot captures a brown pelican mid-flight over a body of dark blue water, with its wings spread wide and a fish in its open beak. The pelican is positioned off-center, angled slightly to the right. Its plumage is a mix of gray and brown, with intricate feather patterns visible on its back and wings. The underside of one wing features a gradient of off-white to tan feathers, catching the light and creating a contrasting visual texture against the darker water. The pelican's beak is wide open, revealing a fish held within its pouch. The interior of the pouch is a pale pinkish hue, and the fish is silver tone. The bird's eye is visible just above its beak as it looks intently downward at the water. The water below is dark blue tone with hints of green, rippling and disturbed by the pelican's motion. Splashes and droplets are suspended in the air around the bird, indicating recent contact with the water's surface. The lighting is bright, highlighting the texture of the water and the details of the pelican's feathers.