African Spoonbill
The African spoonbill is a long-legged wading bird with a distinctive spoon-shaped bill, found in wetlands and shallow lakes across sub-Saharan Africa. It uses its unique bill to sweep through water in search of food.
African Spoonbill Quick Facts
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African spoonbills use their sensitive bills to detect prey underwater, feeding mostly on fish, insects, and crustaceans.
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Lifespan
10–15 years
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Habitat
Wetlands, marshes, shallow lakes
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Diet
Fish, insects, crustaceans
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Region
Sub-Saharan Africa
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