Hammerkop
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Scopus umbretta
Large nests
This bird builds large nests of leaves and sticks.
In Africa, their nests are used by many different animal species for shelter and breeding.
Crest
The large crest on the head is used during courtship.
Hammerkop is from the German hammer head.
Habitat/Range
Near streams and lakes of Africa
Wild Diet
Fish, Frogs, and Toads
Predators
Hawks and Snakes
Reproduction
Three to 5 eggs are laid and incubated by the parents. Chicks fledge (leave the nest) in 7 weeks.
Conservation
STABLE
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