Evolution and adaptation are amazing things. Over many generation animals must change to survive and this unique species of bird is no exception.
The African spoonbill (Platalea alba) is a long-legged wading bird of the ibis and spoonbill family. The species is widespread across Africa and Madagascar, including Botswana, Kenya, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe.
These birds live in marshy wetlands, nesting on colonies near shallow water or trees. The African spoonbill feeds in shallow water, and fishes for various fish, molluscs, amphibians, crustaceans, insects and larvae. The animal uses its open bill to catch foods by swinging it from side-to-side in the water, which catches foods in its mouth. Long legs and thin, pointed toes enable it to walk easily through varying depths of water.
The African spoonbill is almost unmistakable through most of its range. The breeding bird is all white except for its red legs and face and long grey spatulate bill.
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Nice pic
Thank you for including an interesting and concise summary of information on this waterfowl. I especially like the middle photo which captures it in feeding motion.
The African Spoonbill is usually a shy and alert bird. It is usually found singly, but can also be encountered in pairs or in groups. It is usually silent, except for an occasional grunt when alarmed. This bird travels by flight. It flies with its neck and legs extended, while flapping its wings steadily in the air.
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Check out the eurasian one Platalea leucorodia... even prettier ;)
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In spite of its habitation is kept clean date hahahaha, thank you for sharing.