10,000 Birds

MAY 13, 2015

The populations remain stable in Ethiopia, Tanzania and southern Africa, but have collapsed in West Africa and have declined in other parts as well. On my recent visit to southern Africa I saw them in several parks and even outside some protected areas, and in some numbers too. Word spreads.

Africa 174

Africa Feral Ethiopia Tanzania 174

10,000 Birds

AUGUST 22, 2022

Reportedly, the Water Thick-knee sometimes locates its nest close to the nest of Nile crocodiles as this offers some protection. If you come across a group on the ground foraging for food, look around and you will find one bird sitting in a vantage point, ready to give the alarm call in case of any danger. ” ( source ) .

Zimbabwe 147

Zimbabwe Birds South Africa Benin 147

10,000 Birds

MAY 8, 2012

A Marabou Stork arriving at its roost tree, Serengeti, Tanzania by Adam Riley We’ll start off with the largest and ugliest of them all (measuring up to 60in (152cm) in height, a weight of 20 lb (9 kg) and a wingspan of up to 12ft), the Marabou Stork. They are often found roosting in small groups along the edges of lakes and riverine sandbars.

Africa 233

Africa Tanzania South Africa Uganda 233