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HammerKop

Scopus umbretta

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Field Notes

Description:

The hamerkop (Scopus umbretta), also known as hammerkop, hammerkopf, hammerhead, hammerhead stork, umbrette, umber bird, tufted umber, or anvilhead, is a medium-sized wading bird 56 centimetres (22 in) in length with a weight of 470 grams (17 oz).

Habitat:

Seen on the bank of the Kazinga Channel between Lake George and Lake Edward.

Reference Links:

Hamerkop, Hamerkop (Scopus umbretta) or Hammerhead Stork

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