African Openbill (Anastomus lamelligerus) [XC84191]
by id from South Luangwa National Park Wamilombe, Zambia (call)
Nest
A thin platform composed of sticks and twigs, lined with leaves, grass, sedges and other aquatic plants, usually in a tree or bush on an island or partially submerged area. In colonies of about 60 pairs, often with other species such as cormorants, herons, spoonbills, darters and storks.
Eggs (Guide)
3 - 5. Incubation: 21 - 30 days; by both sexes.
Young
Fledge in 50 - 55 days.
Subspecies
The following 2 subspecies are recognised:
lamelligerus Temminck, 1823 - Africa, south of Sahara.