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Zebra mirroring Hamerkop - Tarangire, Tanzania  Africa,Hamerkop,Scopus umbretta,Tanzania,Tarangire,Tarangire National Park Click/tap to enlarge Country intro

Zebra mirroring Hamerkop - Tarangire, Tanzania

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The Hamerkop, also known as Hammerkop, Hammerkopf, Hammerhead, Hammerhead Stork, Umbrette, Umber Bird, Tufted Umber, or Anvilhead, is a medium-sized wading bird. The shape of its head with a curved bill and crest at the back is reminiscent of a hammer, hence its name.

Similar species: Pelicans, Herons, Ibises
Species identified by Ferdy Christant
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By Ferdy Christant

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Uploaded Oct 18, 2013. Captured Aug 30, 2013 16:06.
  • NIKON D800
  • f/5.6
  • 1/800s
  • ISO560
  • 400mm