Photo of a shoebill at the Ueno Park Zoo in Tokyo, Japan. Photo by Bob Owen of Flickr.com. This photo is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.
Shoebill Fun Fact: A fun fact about the shoebill is that it has an incredibly slow and deliberate hunting style. Unlike most birds that are quick to snatch prey, the shoebill stands perfectly still for long periods, waiting patiently for the perfect moment to strike. When it does, its huge, powerful beak, shaped like a shoe, snaps down with precision to capture prey like fish, frogs, and even small crocodiles. Its stealth and patience make it an efficient hunter in the swamps and wetlands of Africa!
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