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Hamerkop - Scopus umbretta Pairi Daiza, June 2008.<br /> Interesting fact:<br /> These birds build what seems to be the biggest nests of all bird species. They build them in a tree fork that serves as platform such that the nest adopts a V-shape . The nest can reach more than 1.5 m (4 ft 11 in) across and hold the weight of a human. Both male and female work on it for about 6 weeks. The structure is also internally lined with mud for insulation. Belgium,Geotagged,Hamerkop,Scopus umbretta,Spring Click/tap to enlarge Country intro

Hamerkop - Scopus umbretta

Pairi Daiza, June 2008.
Interesting fact:
These birds build what seems to be the biggest nests of all bird species. They build them in a tree fork that serves as platform such that the nest adopts a V-shape . The nest can reach more than 1.5 m (4 ft 11 in) across and hold the weight of a human. Both male and female work on it for about 6 weeks. The structure is also internally lined with mud for insulation.

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    Ferdy Christant
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    Google for "Hamerkop nest", it will blow your mind. Unless you knew about it already, of course :) Posted 3 years ago
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      Patomarazul
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      Wow! I did not know, I will add it as interesting fact! Posted 3 years ago

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The Hamerkop

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.

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Similar species: Pelicans, Herons, Ibises
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Uploaded Jan 4, 2022. Captured Jun 15, 2008 15:28 in HVPP+2W Brugelette, Belgium.
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  • Canon PowerShot S3 IS
  • f/3.5
  • 1/13s
  • 27.6mm