17 Slightly Odd Creatures I Thought You Must Be Aware Of

Shoebill: This large waterbird is unmistakable due to its unique 'shoe-shaped' bill which gives it an almost prehistoric appearance – reminding us of birds' dinosaur ancestry. Found in nine countries across Africa the species has a large range, but exists in small localised populations concentrated around swamps and wetlands. Individuals are highly solitary – often the male and female in a breeding pair prefer to occupy different ends of their shared territory.