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Marabou Stork
The marabou stork is a famous character in stories told to explain the birthing process to children. But though they perform such noble roles in fiction, their real-life habits are far less exciting. The Marabou is a scavenger, so it’s often found near rubbish piles and animal kills. It also consumes over 1.6 pounds of food daily.
In Northern Nigeria, the massive bird is often hunted and sold at traditional medicine markets. That’s because certain people believe it to be an effective remedy for memory loss and rheumatism. But the most iconic feature of the Marabou is its long hollow legs and toes bones, which aid in flight.
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