Young Marabou Storks at nest in the Okavango Delta Botswana. Marabous are a large wading bird in the stork family

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Young Marabou Storks at nest in the Okavango Delta Botswana. Marabous are a large wading bird in the stork family

Young Marabou Storks at nest in the Okavango Delta Botswana. Marabous are a large wading bird in the stork family Ciconiidae. It breeds in Africa south of the Sahara, occurring in both wet and arid habitats. It is sometimes called the " undertaker bird, " due to its shape from behind

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Botswana Crumeniferus Leptoptilos Mmarabou Nest Nesting Okavango Stork Storks Immature

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Strike a pose! These young Marabou Storks in the Okavango Delta, Botswana, are ready for their close-up. With their long legs and distinctive beaks, these storks are definitely not camera shy. Nestled high up in their cozy home, these immature storks show off their fluffy feathers and playful personalities. It's hard to believe that they will one day grow into majestic birds with wingspans of over 3 meters! Known as the 'undertaker bird' because of its unique silhouette from behind, the Marabou Stork is anything but gloomy. In fact, these wading birds bring life and charm to the African wetlands where they breed. The Okavango Delta provides the perfect backdrop for this snapshot of nature's beauty. Surrounded by lush vegetation and shimmering waters, it's no wonder these storks have chosen this paradise as their nesting grounds. As they perch on branches side by side, it seems like they're sharing secrets or plotting mischief together. Perhaps they're discussing who can catch the biggest fish or planning an aerial acrobatics show! So next time you spot a Marabou Stork soaring through the sky or strutting along gracefully on land, remember that behind those serious looks lies a mischievous spirit just waiting to take flight.

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