The Pelican Crossing was the original type of light controlled crossing, introduced in the 1960s. The pedestrian lights are situated on the far side of the road to the pedestrian. A Puffin crossing has the lights on the same side as the pedestrian.
In most countries, these lights for pedestrians are in the image of a "green man" pictured walking, and a "red man" pictured stationary or a "stop hand" suggesting the hand gesture for stop. In parts of the United States (particularly New York City) these lamps may take the shape of "Walk"/"Don't Walk" messages, although pictograms are also seen in some regions. Pelican crossings sometimes have further non-visual indication that it is safe to cross, such as a beep or vibrating button, in order to assist blind or partially sighted pedestrians.