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Tuiuiú

It inhabits flooded regions and swampy areas, being quite common in the Brazilian Pantanal, but also found in other parts of Central and South America, such as the Amazon Basin, Paraguay, and Bolivia. It is a typical bird of humid zones and flooded forests, where it finds its food more easily.

The jabiru stork is a social bird, frequently seen in small groups or pairs. It has a calm and quiet demeanor, and usually spends long periods standing or wandering along the banks of rivers and lagoons in search of food. Although it is a flying bird, it only undertakes long journeys when necessary, as it prefers to remain near water sources. During flight, the jabiru stork extends its neck and legs, being easily recognized by its large wingspan.

The jabiru stork is one of the largest birds in South America, reaching up to 1.6 meters in height, with a wingspan of up to 2.8 meters. It weighs between 8 and 10 kg. Its plumage is predominantly white, with a bare, black head and neck. The neck has a characteristic red band, which stands out and is used to identify the species from a distance. The beak is large, straight, black, and very strong, ideal for catching fish and other aquatic prey.

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