add model "learnlm-1.5-pro-experimental"

[leotulipan]

see https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models/experimental-models for all available experimental models. learnlm was missing from the list in the plugin

[simonw]

llm -m learnlm-1.5-pro-experimental 'teach me about pelican habits'

Let's dive into the fascinating world of pelican habits!

Feeding:

• Pouch Power: Their most distinctive feature, the gular pouch, is used for scooping up fish. Contrary to popular belief, they don't store fish in their pouch like a shopping bag. Instead, they use it as a net, draining the water before swallowing their catch.
• Cooperative Fishing: Some species, like the American White Pelican, work together to herd fish into shallow water or tight circles, making them easier to catch. Brown Pelicans, on the other hand, are known for dramatic plunge-diving from heights to stun and capture fish.
• Diet Variety: While primarily fish eaters, pelicans may also consume crustaceans, amphibians, and even small turtles on occasion.

Breeding and Nesting:

• Colonial Nesters: Pelicans are highly social birds, breeding in large colonies that can number in the thousands. This provides protection from predators and allows for easier mate selection.
• Nest Building Varies: Nesting habits vary by species. Some build nests on the ground, creating shallow depressions lined with sticks and vegetation. Others prefer trees or cliffs, constructing more elaborate platforms of sticks and guano.
• Shared Parenting: Both parents participate in incubation and chick rearing. They take turns incubating the eggs (usually 2-3 per clutch) and regurgitate partially digested fish to feed their young. Chicks grow rapidly and fledge (learn to fly) within a few months.

Social Behavior:

• Communicative Birds: Pelicans communicate through a variety of vocalizations, including grunts, groans, and hisses. Visual displays, such as head swaying and pouch inflation, are also used for communication, especially during courtship.
• Flight Formations: Often seen flying in impressive V-formations or lines, this formation reduces wind resistance and conserves energy during long flights.
• Preening and Grooming: Pelicans spend considerable time preening their feathers, keeping them clean and waterproof. They also have a special gland near the base of the tail that secretes oil, which they spread over their feathers with their bill.

Migration:

• Seasonal Travelers: Many pelican species are migratory, traveling long distances between breeding and wintering grounds. Migration patterns are influenced by food availability and temperature.
• Following Food Sources: They follow established routes, often along coastlines or major waterways, to areas with abundant fish populations.

Other Interesting Facts:

• Lifespan: Pelicans can live for 15-25 years in the wild.
• Size and Wingspan: They are large birds, with some species having wingspans exceeding 10 feet!
• Conservation Status: While some pelican populations are thriving, others face threats from habitat loss, pollution, and overfishing.

By understanding their habits, we can better appreciate these magnificent birds and contribute to their conservation. If you have more questions, feel free to ask!

[simonw]

Lots of interesting docs and examples in https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/learnlm