Shoebill Stork
Prehistoric-looking swamp specialist — Mabamba Bay and other papyrus wetlands near Entebbe are prime shoebill territory.
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Shoebill Stork
Balaeniceps rex
IUCN Vulnerable
- Category Birds
- Group Bird
- Habitat
- Freshwater papyrus swamps and wetlands
- Where to see
- Mabamba Swamp, Murchison delta, Queen Elizabeth wetlands
- Best time
- Year-round; calm mornings best for boat/canoe access