Date: 20th September 2017
Location: Mabamba Swamp, Uganda
Story: With its massive wings and prehistoric form, the shoebill takes to the skies above
Uganda’s Mabamba Swamp—a rare glimpse of ancient life in motion. The shoebill is a large,
elusive bird known for its dinosaur-like appearance and powerful bill. Found in remote African
wetlands, it is rarely seen in flight—making this moment both extraordinary and unforgettable.
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