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Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus australis
A large stork with iridescent feathers on the neck and head of adult birds and a heavy beak.
Melbourne zoo captive specimen
Native to northern Australia. A distinct subspecies occurs through Asia. This is locally known as the jabiru and has an important place in Aboriginal fokelore. The word jabiru refers also to an American stork species.
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Thanks Kerry. I've seen them in NT too. It feels odd posting one from Melbourne.
Love Jabirus Martin. Have spent a lot of time seeking them out in the wild. Such a treat when you find one.