Shoebill birds can reach a height of five feet, but the prehistoric-looking creatures generally aren't taller than people.

Shoebills, named for the shape of their bills, are closely related to pelicans and herons. They can stand nearly 5 feet tall and boast wingspans of 7-plus feet. They’re globally listed as "vulnerable" ...

A group of tourists were left stunned when a prehistoric-looking creature landed on their boat and appeared to pose for ...

The Shoebill Stork lives in tropical Africa in the swampy wetlands, from north into Sudan, south into Zambia, and west to ...

There are estimated to be between 5,000 and 8,000 shoebills left. The number is dwindling due to a number of factors, including hunting and nest disturbance. When swamps are drained, cattle tend to ...

Look out, Influencers: the Shoebill has arrived. An absolute prehistoric gem of a bird, the shoe-billed beauty recently set the internet ablaze after landing on a boat in Mabamba Bay, Uganda. That ...

Experience the prehistoric and mesmerizing presence of the shoebill with this captivating close-up video. Get an intimate look at its most striking feature: the massive, shoe-shaped bill that gives it ...

Lions, white rhinos, elephants, and giraffes have been reintroduced to a park that was once nearly devastated by civil war. Learn how to plan your trip to see the Big Five here, from where to stay to ...