Marabou Stork (Maraboe)

Leptoptilos crumeniferus (89)

Shona name: Svorenyama

Other names: -

Equipment: Canon 40D, 100-400mm Canon lens

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Marabou Stork
February 2008 Pafuri, Kruger Park Adult

Experiences with species

These Storks are scavengers, often seen around carcasses. They have adapted to being around civilisation, moving into areas around abattoirs and dumps. In Kampala, huge numbers patrol the skies around the city.