Photographed in Chitwan, Nepal |
318 ASIAN OPENBILL Anastomus oscitans
Nepal (2)
Also known as Asian Openbill Stork. Found mainly on the Indian sub-continent and South-East Asia. 68 cm in height. Found in inland wetlands, rarely seen along river banks or tidal flats. Feed on larger mollusc. During hot part of the day soar on thermals high above feeding areas.
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