With its towering legs, enormous bill, and strange dangling throat pouch, the Marabou Stork looks like a character from another age.
Native to sub-Saharan Africa, this enormous bird is one of the largest storks in the world. Its mostly dark wings contrast with a pale body, while its bare head and neck help keep its feathers cleaner when feeding. Often spotted around wetlands, grasslands, and even busy towns, the Marabou Stork is an opportunistic feeder that eats fish, insects, small animals, and carrion. Though its appearance may seem intimidating, it plays an important role in nature by helping clean up animal remains and reducing waste in the ecosystem.
A giant with an unusual appearance, turning nature’s leftovers into an essential part of the circle of life.
Marabou Stork 👇
