Sights & Sounds

Shoebill in papyrus swamp

Wild Population
3-5k
Protection Status
Vulnerable
Population Trend
Decreasing
Best Habitat
Papyrus wetlands
A Brief Glimpse
A shoebill stands motionless in the papyrus, prehistoric and watchful, surrounded by reed-whisper, dripping water and the slow, heavy beat of wings.
Fun Fact

Did you know?

A shoebill can stand almost perfectly still for long stretches — waiting like a statue before striking with one of the most powerful bills in the bird world.

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