Marabou Stork

Leptoptilos crumeniferus

Marabou StorkNot known to be the prettiest bird on the planet, the marabou stork does a great job of ridding its tropical African habitat of rotting carcasses.  It also enjoys insects, amphibians, small mammals and even chicks and eggs.

Conservation Status:  Least concern

Did you know?
Marabou storks’ bills may take up to 2 years to reach their full adult length.