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Leptoptilos crumeniferus
These birds live in Africa's wetlands and open country, as well as around towns and villages. They feed on aquatic animals, the remains of lion kills, and human garbage. The throat pouch contains air sacs that the bird can inflate and deflate. It may play a role in courtship.
Seen in downtown Nairobi, where a colony of these birds lives.
Hi again - the scientific ID was there already. If you can help us ID the unknown spottings, that would be great! :)
Spotted on Jun 10, 2012
Submitted on Jun 13, 2012
