St James's Park pelicans hatch first chicks (opens original article in a new tab)

St James's Park in London has recorded the first successful hatching of pelican chicks in over 360 years, with four chicks currently being cared for in a private area of the park before joining adult pelicans at the lake.

• St James's Park in London reports first successful hatching of pelican chicks in over 360 years.
• Four month-old chicks are currently in a private area of the park and will join adult pelicans at the lake when they are 9-12 weeks old.
• Park managers and wildlife organizations are providing expert care and monitoring for the chicks.