Subhadrika Sen
Shoebills are native to the swamp and mashlands of South Africa.
They get their names from the look of their beaks which resembles the last pair of a cobbler's clogs.
Shoebills dont have sweat glands. They keep themselves cool by vibrating their throat and mouth muscles.
They are officially listed as a vulnerable species with 3500-5500 birds in the planet.
Shoebills are very patient birds. They often stand like statues which are mistaken for their laziness. But in reality, that is their hunting instinct.