
Hamerkop, Beekse Bergen, Netherlands
Known for making ridiculously oversized nests.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hamerkop#/media/File:Hammerkop_Nest_Kenya_2012.jpg

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
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Uploaded Jul 8, 2022. Captured Sep 10, 2020 13:13.
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