Marabou's, Leptoptilos cruminiferous
Marabous relax in the sun after cleaning off at a waterhole. Preening is a neccessary task to make sure their plumage is in good order and vital after eating at a messy carcass.
Size: 5300px × 3382px
Location: Hwange National Park Zimbabwe.
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves; Agfa Awards Winner / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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