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The hamerkop - Scopus umbretta Also taken in Ethiopia near Ziway Lake. Birds,Ethiopia,Etiopia,Geotagged,Hamerkop,Scopus umbretta Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

The hamerkop - Scopus umbretta

Also taken in Ethiopia near Ziway Lake.

    comments (3)

  1. Never heard about this bird. Nice photo. Posted 13 years ago
  2. Amazing creatures, beautiful portrait!
    Posted 13 years ago
  3. Excellent close up! Posted 3 years ago

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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 Frankhuizen Photography
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Uploaded May 6, 2012. Captured in 6, Ziway, Ethiopia.