shoebill stork with massive gray bill african wading bird portrait close

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Shoebill Bird Closeup with Large Shoe-Shaped Bill Gray Plumage Dark Eye on Blurred Natural Background Royalty Free Stock Photo

Shoebill stork with massive gray bill African wading bird portrait close-up

Close-up of a shoebill (Balaeniceps rex), a large African wading bird. It has a distinctive, massive gray bill with dark markings, a prominent feature for which it's named. The bird's plumage is predominantly gray, with dense feathers. The backdrop is soft and neutral, highlighting the shoebill's unique features. These birds inhabit East Africa's swamps and are known for their statuesque posture and slow movements.