They are Toucan Crossings.
In California, pedestrians are required to use marked crosswalks when crossing the street. However, if there is no marked crosswalk available, pedestrians are allowed to cross at intersections. It is important for pedestrians to yield the right of way to vehicles when crossing outside of a marked crosswalk. Failure to do so may result in a citation or fine.
When a pedestrians crossing the street they should look both ways to make sure there is oncoming traffic. Pedestrians should also use sidewalks and only cross the street at an intersection.
These allow diagonal crossing. All vehicular traffic stops, and pedestrians are allowed to cross left, right, or diagonally across the intersection.
You may drive across a crosswalk when there are no pedestrians crossing or about to cross.
The meaning of a "no jaywalking" sign is to inform pedestrians that they are not allowed to cross the street outside of designated crosswalks or at other non-designated locations. This sign is typically used to promote pedestrian safety and prevent accidents by ensuring that pedestrians use designated crossing areas.
If there are pedestrians still crossing when the amber light is flashing, the motorist must remain stationary. If there are no pedestrians crossing, the motorist can proceed. (But, be careful of pedestrians taking a chance and attempting to cross when the amber light is flashing - it is best to use caution until the light turns green.)
the difference is that you have to wait to cross a pelican crossing, but a school crossing, someone just stands in the middle of the road and stops cars and lets you cross quicker. Pelican crossing: traffic lights for pedestrians and vehicles; button-operated. http://stretsmartsigns.com
Pedestrians must use sidewalks when available, cross at designated crosswalks, obey traffic signals, and yield to vehicles when crossing outside of crosswalks. They should always be aware of their surroundings and make eye contact with drivers before crossing.
A yellow sign with a cross typically symbolizes a warning for pedestrians to be cautious and look out for potential hazards or dangers while crossing the road.
Look left <- Look right -> Left again <- Right again -> Listen Now cross __________ __________> __________
Yield the right of way to them, as they are still pedestrians.
I have no idea where you are, but it is likely for pedestrians crossing in that area... Cross-walk?