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African Spoonbill

Scientific Name: Platalea alba

Conservation Status:

Least Concern IUCN Red List

About

This long-legged wading bird sweeps its spoon-shaped bill through water to search for food.

Location Within the Zoo

You’ll find this animal in the Lower Aviary.

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