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The shoebill also known as whalehead, whale-headed stork, or shoe-billed stork, is a very large stork-like bird. It derives its name from its enormous shoe-shaped bill. It has a somewhat stork-like overall form and has previously been classified with the storks in the order Ciconiiformes based on this morphology. Shoebill storks are masters of patience. They’ll sit in the water for hours on end, sometimes submerged up to their waists, as the creepy crawlies swim around them, poor things unaware

🐦 The striking shoebill, also known as the whalebill, whale-headed stork, or shoe-billed stork, is a powerful long-legged wading bird equipped with an enormous shoe-shaped bill that commands respect. 😮 Unveil the awe-inspiring side of Africa's wildlife with @discoverafricasafaris and create unforgettable memories! Enquire and book at https://www.discoverafrica.com/ 📥✨ #InstaReel #ReelItFeelIt #ReelAdventure #ReelTravel #ReelNature #ReelWildlife #ReelExplore #ReelDestinations #ReelMoments #Ree

UNSEEN INSIGHTS on Instagram: "The Shoebill (Balaeniceps rex), also known as the Whale-headed Stork & Shoe-billed Stork, is a large, long-legged wading bird characterized by its distinctive shoe-shaped bill. Despite physical similarities to storks, genetic analysis places it alongside pelicans and herons in the Pelecaniformes order. Found in tropical East Africa’s vast swamps, from South Sudan to Zambia, adults exhibit grey plumage, while juveniles display brown hues. Shoebill storks are critica