Mykonos Pelican

June 24, 2026 by Yannis Divramis

The Mykonos pelican, Petros, became the island’s beloved official mascot after a fisherman rescued a wounded pelican, and the bird charmed locals and visitors for decades. This guide covers the story of Petros, his New York trip and the Tinos custody battle, today’s resident pelicans and where to see them in Mykonos Town. The pelican … Read more

Petros the Pelican

June 23, 2026 by Yannis Divramis

Petros the Pelican is the beloved official mascot of Mykonos, a great white pelican first adopted by islanders who became such a fixture of the town that two islands once fought a court case over his custody. This guide covers the story, his rise to fame, the custody case, his legacy and where to see … Read more