The image features a pelican standing in a marshy area with tall grasses. The pelican is facing the camera, with its large beak and distinctive throat pouch visible. Its feathers appear to be a mix of gray and white, and the bird's eyes are open. The background is a gradient of colors, with shades of purple, orange, and black, suggesting either a sunrise or sunset. The marshy area is depicted with tall, slender blades of grass that are silhouetted against the colorful background. There are no visible texts or other objects in the image. The style of the image is a realistic photograph with a focus on the pelican and the natural environment.