Marabon Storks

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Marabon Storks

A couple of Marabon Storks. Date: 1960s

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Storks

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In this photograph from the 1960s, a pair of Marabou Storks (Leptoptilos crumenifer) gracefully stand together against the backdrop of a vast, open savanna. Their long, elegant legs and distinctive, curved bills are on full display as they balance precariously on the edge of a termite mound, their keen eyes scanning the surrounding terrain for their next meal. Marabou Storks are the largest flying birds in Africa, with an average height of up to 4 feet (1.2 meters) and a wingspan of up to 10 feet (3 meters). They are well-adapted to living in open savanna and grassland habitats, where they feed primarily on carrion and wading birds, as well as fish, amphibians, and reptiles. Despite their intimidating size and appearance, Marabou Storks are gentle and non-aggressive birds. They are known for their unique mating rituals, which involve the male presenting the female with food offerings to win her favor. Once a pair has formed, they will remain together for life, working cooperatively to raise their young. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the lives of these magnificent birds during a time when they were still relatively undisturbed by human activity. The 1960s marked the beginning of significant human population growth and expansion into African savanna habitats, and Marabou Stork populations have since faced numerous threats, including habitat loss, poaching, and human-wildlife conflict. Today, they are considered a vulnerable species, with populations declining in many areas. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world and the unique creatures that call it home. It also offers a glimpse into a time when these magnificent birds roamed freely across the African savanna, a testament to the beauty and wonder of the natural world.

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