The shoebill is an unusual-looking bird that grows up to 1.5m tall with a wingspan over 2m. Its habitat is restricted to swampy areas of Zambia, Sudan, eastern Zaire, Rwanda, Uganda and western...

Nov 22, 2022 · With all birds distant relatives of theropods, you can see birds that are like dinosaurs just about everywhere you look. Some bear a much closer resemblance to their ancient relatives than others, but that doesn’t make their continued survival in a changing world anything less than remarkable.

Jun 17, 2024 · Also known as a whalehead, or the whale-headed stork, the breathtaking, prehistoric-looking shoebill stork has frightened and charmed its human observers in equal measure. These imposing birds sport a beak that has reminded many of …

Feb 5, 2024 · For bird lovers, a sighting of the prehistoric, dinosaur-like shoebill stork is a rare and special treat. Their unique appearance coupled with small zoo populations make them a mysterious and sought after bird.

Mar 2, 2024 · Why it's awesome: This menacing and prehistoric-looking bird can grow up to 5 feet (1.5 meters) tall – and is equipped with a sharp-edged, 1-foot-long (0.3 meter) bill — the third-largest bird...

Oct 23, 2021 · The shoebill stork has to be one of the craziest-looking birds on planet Earth. The giant avian is native to the swamps of Africa and is best known for its prehistoric features, in particular, its strong hollow beak which looks an awful lot like a Dutch clog.

Aug 9, 2022 · These solitary birds are not only fascinating for their prehistoric look but also for their behavior. The shoebill's natural habitat is the swamps of eastern Africa. Their thin legs with large feet give them the ability to wade through the vegetation of swamps and marshes from Ethiopia to Zambia.