What is another word for marabou stork?
Pronunciation: [mˈaɹɐbˌuː stˈɔːk] (IPA) 
The marabou stork, also known as the African marabou, is a large and distinctive bird that is native to sub-Saharan Africa. There are a number of synonyms for this bird, including the undertaker bird, due to its drab and somewhat ominous appearance. Other common names for the marabou stork include the garbage bird, due to its habit of scavenging in landfills and other human settlements, as well as the marabou crane. Despite its somewhat unappealing appearance, the marabou stork is an important part of many African ecosystems, and plays a vital role in controlling populations of small animals and insects.
