For people who worry that shoebills in animal preserves are lonely: they do not like the company of other shoebills, and when two baby shoebills are born in one clutch they will fight to the death. They prefer solitary lives! They tend to establish their own territories and even mated pairs prefer to forage apart from one another. The interesting part is that they do not seem to mind humans... While fiercely defending their nests from many animals, there have been many accounts of humans getting close to nests with no issues. They seem to be interested by humans and see them as no threat. Very interesting creature
@McFlickers I suppose when it comes down to it, humans ARE pretty interesting. It's no wonder a lot of animals are curious about us. We do look pretty unique, and the way we act and even walk and our noises are all special
I like to imagine meeting a shoebill in the wild, or at a preserve, and them being so pleased with my bowing/greeting that they are all “ah, yes. You are interesting and clearly know what you are doing. Here”, and then just yeeting one of their young at me and expecting me to take it.
for anyone who doesn’t know the bowing is a sign of respect and neutrality. they do it to people too. it’s essentially a form of a peace treaty to them, it says “i respect you and won’t hurt you if you promise to do the same”.
You're not a bird, you don't know what they're thinking. Also, everyone knows what bowing is, it's not some mystical practice only magical people in Asia understand.
I've come face to face with a shoebill in the Dallas World Aquarium. It jumped up to the glass, and I found myself starring into the eyes of a dinosaur.
ItzBecky Thomas Birds are Dinosaurs. They are the only living Dinosaurs we've got left. It's why Paleontologists often specify "non-Avian Dinosaurs" when they are referring to the classic idea of Dinosaurs most people think of.
I thought this said "Shoebill Storks Flirting", and I watched about 15 seconds in and thought "Damn, shoebills really flirt hardcore--" Then checked the title again and was like... "Oh..."
It's funny we compare them to long lost animals but the species is no more than 10,000 years old, just like the cassowary. Convergence evolution is all that is.
When babies, they will fight amongst their siblings til one gets the full attention of the parent. So that it can get all the food. Interesting creatures
This is HILARIOUS 😂Storks bow to give respect and as a sign of friendliness. The one inside the cage bowed and looked scared but wanted to make amends. BUT HOMIE ON THE OUTSIDE WAS LIKE "FUCK ALL DAT, SQUARE UP" 💀💀
I’m pretty sure if multiple eggs are hatched one of them will straight up beat the other one to death to be the one that gets all the food. They straight up murder each other and the parent just sits there. Watching.
Rōnin Samurai your just trying to start some dumb debate aren't you? Anybody that completely writes off evolution as some mythology just comes across as an idiot. You can literally watch the effects of it. How do you think antibiotic resistance is a thing? If organic life can't evolve and adapt how do diseases such as HIV show up out of nowhere and adapt to Infect Humans. Now the origin of life theory and stuff like that can be debated but evolution and adaptation itself is a very crucial part of organic life.
Anyone who says that was never chased by a pissed off chicken. Birds do not have a concept of "I could take them in a fight" it's either "I tolerate you" or "I will end your bloodline" and there's nothing you do can get them to change their mind on which.
The smaller male really likes egging the bigger one on, I think after being in there so long he knows he's protected by the glass. Funny how he shakes his head at him like "what else you got"
Bowing and shaking its head is a sign of respect and submission. It challenged the bigger one and even through the net and glass smaller one probably figured okay he might get through better grovel
This is the first I have ever seen or heard of these magnificent & beautiful birds. They are so fascinating and I would truly love to see them in their own natural habitat and study how they live in the wild!... Such an AMAZING creature they are!... ❤❤❤
They do indeed. We are getting a glimpse back into the past. Can you imagine what it must have been like when their big boy ancestors had a disagreement?
They are common enough, however, their habitat areas are taking major hits and is pushing them out of their normal ranges. This will continue as local governments in those places don't have the resources to protect so many endangered and soon to be endangered species.
The population is estimated at between 5,000 and 8,000 individuals, the majority of which live in swamps in Sudan, Uganda, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Zambia.[11] There is also a viable population in the Malagarasi wetlands in Tanzania.[12] BirdLife International has classified it as Vulnerable with the main threats being habitat destruction, disturbance and hunting.
I love these strange creatures. Looking like a subject bowing to a king. They are so funny and regal at the same time. They’re never in a rush. With their blinking backward eyes. Lol
They're not THINGS. They are living creatures like me and you (?). You are another brainwashed with videogames and virtual crap and scared by the nature where yourself also come from
@@deinowolfhybridhero5101 Okay Mr. Crazy, “these things are insane” is very obviously a slang filled phrase, get out of here with your absurd assumptions lmao
@@shiningskies47 Thanks for "Mr crazy". Is a good proposal for a nickname. My argument are not so absurd considering I take a look at your channels and I see a lot of them are dedicated to virtual life. My friendly advice is: find a moment to lift your eyes from the screen and enjoy reality. Ciao
Hello Dreamlax, I am about to do a story on the Shoebill Stork, do you mind if I use a little bit of this footage in my story, i am happy to link your channel & video in credits.
Bearded Vultures, Seriemas and Roadrunners are the closest birds we have to modern day Velociraptors. Shoebills and Cassowaries are the closest birds we have to Deinonychus.
0:22 That looked so eloquent. Clearly, a gesture of receptiveness and respect for the other bird. It makes me wonder if human interaction with these birds over the centuries influenced the custom of bowing.
They must be wondering "what sort of odd creatures are these?" when seeing humans. Definite "conversation" going on here: ua-cam.com/video/hId4MryNqCg/v-deo.html
Aw. It was trying to be friendly. Got scared. Then tried showing friendliness. That’s what the head shaking and bowing means. Awww I’ve never seen two of them interact before
*in a National Geographic narrator voice* After roughly 10 seconds of merciless violence, the shoebills consider how to continue fighting with the magical forcefeild stopping them in their tracks
Everyone says these birds look so prehistoric and scary but I think they just look adorable with big Goofy beaks and don't seem a threatening as birds of prey
For people who worry that shoebills in animal preserves are lonely: they do not like the company of other shoebills, and when two baby shoebills are born in one clutch they will fight to the death. They prefer solitary lives! They tend to establish their own territories and even mated pairs prefer to forage apart from one another. The interesting part is that they do not seem to mind humans... While fiercely defending their nests from many animals, there have been many accounts of humans getting close to nests with no issues. They seem to be interested by humans and see them as no threat. Very interesting creature
Maybe they see us as dumb creatures
@McFlickers I suppose when it comes down to it, humans ARE pretty interesting. It's no wonder a lot of animals are curious about us. We do look pretty unique, and the way we act and even walk and our noises are all special
@@kyupified2440 they're not wrong. 😜
Also, humans being able to easily and casually copy their "respectful" gesture (the bowing) is a factor of that as well.
I like to imagine meeting a shoebill in the wild, or at a preserve, and them being so pleased with my bowing/greeting that they are all “ah, yes. You are interesting and clearly know what you are doing. Here”, and then just yeeting one of their young at me and expecting me to take it.
for anyone who doesn’t know the bowing is a sign of respect and neutrality. they do it to people too. it’s essentially a form of a peace treaty to them, it says “i respect you and won’t hurt you if you promise to do the same”.
Which mean the one that didn't bow is rude 😡
What if you trip and fall when your bowing to them? Do they get mad or attack? Asking for my clumsy ass friend.
The other one chose violence straight up
You're not a bird, you don't know what they're thinking. Also, everyone knows what bowing is, it's not some mystical practice only magical people in Asia understand.
@@deebee5378 I'm guessing it didn't bow back at you either. no need to get your feathers in a ruffle, Dean
He's just standing there, MENACINGLY!!
"There's something aggressive about... standing there. Standing your ground."
Waiting for an apology
Lol Patrick
Is that a quote from the Twilight Zone episode The Hitchhiker?
@@GregNumber5 Its a spongebob reference
When they asked the stork who was going to pay for the damage, he replied "just put it on my bill"
Now that's funny!
Corny, but I like it.
😂💀
Ba-Dum, CHHHHH!!!!
This joke is so bad and so cheesy that its actually good
"You lucky this invisible impenetrable force field is between us, egghead!"
Good one! 🤣
Glass test at the Shoebill section. CHECK! ☑ 👍
"You won't be lucky if I get in there, interior bird brain."
It Looks Absolutely Like Skarmory
I don't know why this one cracked me up, ah - ah!
I've come face to face with a shoebill in the Dallas World Aquarium. It jumped up to the glass, and I found myself starring into the eyes of a dinosaur.
Dave Fitzgerald
Why did you have to go and soil a perfectly good comment with your dull response?
Nonya Bisnis they aren't dinosaurs
ItzBecky Thomas if birds are theropods, then what clade do they belong to?
ItzBecky Thomas Birds are Dinosaurs. They are the only living Dinosaurs we've got left. It's why Paleontologists often specify "non-Avian Dinosaurs" when they are referring to the classic idea of Dinosaurs most people think of.
Nonya Bisnis birds are not related to dinosaurs, that’s false information. It’s nothing more than a false theory.
I thought this said "Shoebill Storks Flirting", and I watched about 15 seconds in and thought "Damn, shoebills really flirt hardcore--"
Then checked the title again and was like... "Oh..."
What? HAHAHAHA that's funny
🤣🤣🤣
😂😂😂😂
Lol
LMAO
It's like watching two terror birds fighting.
Tyler Shewchuk, A prehistoric fight being resurrected before my vary eyes.
Ark survival
Ez tame
It's funny we compare them to long lost animals but the species is no more than 10,000 years old, just like the cassowary.
Convergence evolution is all that is.
That because it is
5 years later they’re still standing there staring at each other..
This made me laugh. 😅
Lol
🤣🤣🤣
The ultimate staring contest.
MANACINGLY
Lol I love that the other one didn't bow back. Shoebill shade.
"ok I'm sorry can we be friends"
"boy FUCK no"
Peace was never an option
Run the wings, bro!
they are really solitary birds... they prefer to be alone
sounds like me
*Revolver Ocelot in bird form* ;)
Yes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I'd prefer to leave them alone, too.
That probably explains why I've never even heard of them before today :)
This is like something out of Jurassic park.
Jazen Valencia, except the fact they don't truly roar.
Dinosaur doesn't need to roar btw
Andrew Vonjager they sound like a dinosaur- even if they don’t roar 😳👀
@@andrewvonjager212 Well Dinosaurs didn't exactly roar as pop culture might lead you to think
Birds are literally dinosaurs
When babies, they will fight amongst their siblings til one gets the full attention of the parent. So that it can get all the food. Interesting creatures
MKX Chrome
Ok then...
This goes to show that Shoebills are reincarnations of Spartans
RJAY SAT yup they’ll kill the weakest one or
And they wonder why there numbers are dwindling, its not the worst idea in the world for humans to look after the chicks that get left for dead
Ugh. They sound like they would be annoying and selfish.
This is HILARIOUS 😂Storks bow to give respect and as a sign of friendliness. The one inside the cage bowed and looked scared but wanted to make amends.
BUT HOMIE ON THE OUTSIDE WAS LIKE "FUCK ALL DAT, SQUARE UP" 💀💀
Lmbooo
The less aggressive one seemed to get scared and back down by bowing. The other didn't return the courtesy but instantly chilled.
Man, the sequel of skyward sword looks intense
Yup it does thay may look like loftwings but thay fight like link vs ganon or dimize
Fun fact:loftwings are straight up 100% based on shoebills,down to the body shape and beak
Man, you guys like to see fights 😭
Took me some time to realize how those birds are 100 % based on shoebills.
"They never attack the same place twice, they were checking the fences for weaknesses. They remember..."
Jurassic Park moment 😂
You’re sure the shoebill is contained? Yes… unless it figured out how to open doors!
It's amazing the wingspan of a Shoebill can be tucked into so compactly.
I’m pretty sure if multiple eggs are hatched one of them will straight up beat the other one to death to be the one that gets all the food. They straight up murder each other and the parent just sits there. Watching.
Yup, survival of the fittest. It happens with quite a lot of animals, honestly, sometimes to the point of caniballism I believe
Noooooo someone save those babies! What a shame...
They're friendly to people though.
@@edstar83 not in general....
@@edstar83 we should start a rescue for the unwanted babies. I’ll take one 😬
Shoebill outside: "You're lucky you're in that box...
Short ass bill can't even dig up worms"
"I’ve mastered the ability of standing so incredibly still…that I become invisible to the eye."
"Hi Drax"
"Dammit"
There is a reason these birds are very solitary in the wild. From the time their little, they don’t seem to get along well with one another.
These birds remind me of the Hippogriff in Harry Potter. The way they bow and shake their heads.
actually there's a theory on that I watched it and Iove the video
Buckbeak?
Hippogriff might have been inspired by this prehistoric bird.
Other way round. Shoebills heard about the hippogryph and decided to copy it
Can’t fool me that’s a hippogriff
🤣😂
It even bows like one.
Recently they’ve been genetically connected with pelicans and herons, away from the stork family.
Explains how they all have that same weird yawn
Definitely my favorite Muppet movie to watch
yea, these are dinosaurs
CrazyCow500 no they are not. That’s false information
Rōnin Samurai Dang, dude. I'm pretty sure he was joking. But if you wanna get technical, birds are related to dinosaurs. Just some FYI
J Wolf no they are not. Evolution is nothing but a myth
Rōnin Samurai 😂
Rōnin Samurai your just trying to start some dumb debate aren't you? Anybody that completely writes off evolution as some mythology just comes across as an idiot. You can literally watch the effects of it. How do you think antibiotic resistance is a thing? If organic life can't evolve and adapt how do diseases such as HIV show up out of nowhere and adapt to Infect Humans. Now the origin of life theory and stuff like that can be debated but evolution and adaptation itself is a very crucial part of organic life.
The one on the left is looking like
"I'm so tired of your bullshit Jerry"
Peoples: Feathered dinosaurs aren't scare!
Shoebill Stork: *Am I a joke to you?*
Anyone who says that was never chased by a pissed off chicken. Birds do not have a concept of "I could take them in a fight" it's either "I tolerate you" or "I will end your bloodline" and there's nothing you do can get them to change their mind on which.
I love these guys. They're the closest and best demonstration for us to imagine what it'd be like to watch dinosaurs live their day to day life.
The smaller male really likes egging the bigger one on, I think after being in there so long he knows he's protected by the glass.
Funny how he shakes his head at him like "what else you got"
Fancy Feast him bowing and shining his head is a way of showing respect
Bowing and saking his head is actually a way for the smaller one to show respect
Bowing and shaking its head is a sign of respect and submission. It challenged the bigger one and even through the net and glass smaller one probably figured okay he might get through better grovel
@Iro Peti once you bow and shake your head can you pet it? 🤗
Goodness almost everyone is saying “it means that it’s showing respect” damn, you don’t have to keep saying the same thing. We get it.
Shoebill *bows*: I ask for peace; what say you?
Shoebill *stands tall*: Peace was never an option.
He’s like “wassup then, run up! You ain’t shit without that glass holding you back”
I like how the one on the right slowly begin to bow while the winner keeps staring at him
"...Good."
I think you need to clean your Loftwings, all that gray gunk is covering its beautiful feathers
Actually, that's their natural color, even in wild individuals.
What??
Shoebill on the right: okay I'll be the mature one and bow this one out and they'll do the same and it's gonna be fine
Shoebill on the left: 🪓🌚
This is the first I have ever seen or heard of these magnificent & beautiful birds. They are so fascinating and I would truly love to see them in their own natural habitat and study how they live in the wild!... Such an AMAZING creature they are!... ❤❤❤
The fear within that woman’s voice at the beginning really makes you think what these dinosaurs are capable of
"Larry, are you insane? You could break the glass! You know the human hate that!"
"Mail me the bill."
I'll make you pay you the one's, for your hospital visit.
I don't get why so many people think they're terrifying. I think they're super fascinating and cute.
And that's why I want one
Link's Crimson Loftwing
Unfortunately we can't ride them around Skyloft, but a pet would make a good alternative
Plot twist: they're trying to get out but then he was like "nah, won't work"
Seems like it lol
*"Welcome to yokoso Japari Park"*
Zen yatta trompu maga
She stares at you
Jiiiiiii
Cease weaboo
Shoebill hates herself
The W is fighting another W
0:40 why you no bow back, DISRESPECTFUL
Just bow to him And Wait if He bows back. If yes, you can go touch him. If not, well we Will get to that later
given the friendly nature of shoebills, I expected fighting as in arguing
Always shocks me how such big animals can have lightning quick reflexes.
These amazing birds definitely look like they’re left over from the dinosaur era. They’re fascinating.
They do indeed. We are getting a glimpse back into the past. Can you imagine what it must have been like when their big boy ancestors had a disagreement?
The W vs The W
I love Shoebill’s they are so beautiful & prehistoric I can watch them all day,
Literally like watching raptors snap at each other in jurassic park.
Nahh
Try adding some sound FX..
Great video! I've been obsessing over these creepy birds for a while now. Their piercing 'leer' stares are the stuff of nightmares..
Are they endangered? Ive never seen or heard of these birds until today.
Yes they are a endangered species :3
only 5000 left!
I dont think 5000 Counts as endangered. Are you sure it's not less?
They are common enough, however, their habitat areas are taking major hits and is pushing them out of their normal ranges. This will continue as local governments in those places don't have the resources to protect so many endangered and soon to be endangered species.
The population is estimated at between 5,000 and 8,000 individuals, the majority of which live in swamps in Sudan, Uganda, eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Zambia.[11] There is also a viable population in the Malagarasi wetlands in Tanzania.[12] BirdLife International has classified it as Vulnerable with the main threats being habitat destruction, disturbance and hunting.
they always look like they smilin :)
I love these strange creatures. Looking like a subject bowing to a king. They are so funny and regal at the same time. They’re never in a rush. With their blinking backward eyes. Lol
They look like animatronics, they’re as big as a human, they’re terrifying, they have a pickaxe for a beak, these things are insane
They're not THINGS. They are living creatures like me and you (?). You are another brainwashed with videogames and virtual crap and scared by the nature where yourself also come from
@@deinowolfhybridhero5101 Okay Mr. Crazy, “these things are insane” is very obviously a slang filled phrase, get out of here with your absurd assumptions lmao
@@shiningskies47 😂😂😂😂😂
@@shiningskies47 Thanks for "Mr crazy". Is a good proposal for a nickname. My argument are not so absurd considering I take a look at your channels and I see a lot of them are dedicated to virtual life. My friendly advice is: find a moment to lift your eyes from the screen and enjoy reality. Ciao
@@deinowolfhybridhero5101 OG comment was just an observation and a joke and you made it weird
just like a raptor would bite ...this bird lived millions of years ago and we brought it back ..
The0to1smell no we didn’t. Birds are not related to dinosaurs
Rōnin Samurai yes they are
@@Ronin.Samurai
HAHAHA HE JUST CALLED YOU STUPID, FAM
@@Werewolf.with.Internet.Access stupid? Yet I’m the one who believes facts. Nice try moron
@Kobe’s Kreations ayo ronin actin up again, we need you over here
Hello Dreamlax, I am about to do a story on the Shoebill Stork, do you mind if I use a little bit of this footage in my story, i am happy to link your channel & video in credits.
Mulan LOL... Heights of greed. BCC and national geographic channel are way cheaper source than this badly recorded shit.
Varun Joshi I'm pretty sure they're trolling lol
Mulan On top of retrieving a unicorn egg
@Kobe’s Kreations thx kobe
@@varunjoshi6542 Whooo cares?
I love how everyone just went wtf in their own respective languages
“You ready to settle this outside, mate?”
“You’re on!”
*spends the next minute figuring out how to “settle this outside”*
I wouldn't want one of those things trying to break down my bedroom door.
Seems like you’d prefer Lazerbeak do that.
@@Aaron-hf5or He's my comrade afterall. 😉
The smallest one ended thinking like: Oh no, no, no, I've shouldn't teased him.....😬😬😬
I was watching this while half asleep and my heart jumped out when the birds knocked on the glass
The shoebill stork and cassowary are the closest birds we have to modern day velociraptors
Bearded Vultures, Seriemas and Roadrunners are the closest birds we have to modern day Velociraptors. Shoebills and Cassowaries are the closest birds we have to Deinonychus.
The way these birds look and move always remind me of Jim Henson-esque puppets
0:22 That looked so eloquent. Clearly, a gesture of receptiveness and respect for the other bird. It makes me wonder if human interaction with these birds over the centuries influenced the custom of bowing.
Haha, pokemon reference. Quick Shoebill, use Fly!
Shoebills were the inspiration for Loftwings in Zelda.
Fucking hate Pokemon jokes
Maz TM ok
It will be sad if this *Pokemon* can't fly.
That sounds like a pokemon
When you meet a new kid, but they’re an introvert as well:
Just Standing there
the right one wasnt conceding, but actually showing dominance. usually is followed by a clapping of its beak with a guttural sound like an emu makes.
"What are you watching?"
Two dinosaurs fighting...
Two awesome-looking Pokémons having a squabble.
The Next Time I Fight Somebody We're Having A Stare Down Like These Two Guys Did!!! That Was Bad Ass!!!
They sound like a machine gun when they move their beak. They are friendly to humans.
Ya I have seen them do the bow gentle head shake to people
They must be wondering "what sort of odd creatures are these?" when seeing humans. Definite "conversation" going on here:
ua-cam.com/video/hId4MryNqCg/v-deo.html
The right one's like "No, we shouldn't stoop too low as that would give these humans the entertainment that they crave."
Aw.
It was trying to be friendly. Got scared. Then tried showing friendliness. That’s what the head shaking and bowing means.
Awww
I’ve never seen two of them interact before
Shoebill behind fence: "come and fight me like a man!!"
Shoebill in box: *shakes head* "no"
You can hear the clapping sound of their jaws. Imagine getting bit!
You mean peck.
@@zen_mindset1 some birds bite, by opening their beak and closing it on the human’s body parts. But no they peck.
@@ihatelife5464 I thought you need teeth to bite
@@zen_mindset1 I meant that some species bite people with their pecks (with teeth’s or without teeth), but it depends the kind of bird it is.
@@ihatelife5464 ok thanks
New Jurassic Park Looks Promising
When I was a kid I thought that dinosaurs evolving into birds was absurd. It makes complete sense now.
Anyone who is skeptical that birds evolved from dinosaurs can take one fucking look at this thing.
Shoebill:stop staring me
Other Shoebill:👁👄👁
Aw the one in the cage looks like his feelings were hurt 🥺
And the zookeepers were probably standing by like "Yup, just another day with these two" XD
When the shoe bill shakes itself and bows its head, that's a sign of affection..you're welcome!
*in a National Geographic narrator voice*
After roughly 10 seconds of merciless violence, the shoebills consider how to continue fighting with the magical forcefeild stopping them in their tracks
I would be on edge too if i was forced in a clear box while my cousin is just chillin in the yard box
When your two chill friends have lost there tempers
Their
LOFTWING FIGHT!
YEA!!! How about me vs Zelda's Loftwing! Oooo or me vs groose's! Zelda's Loftwing vs groose's Loftwing?
The one on the right basically apologised.
The fact that storks are a real animal and I didn't know this
That stare down, “My territory, you need to go”!
W vs W
Such beautiful birds 🥰
The third shoebill in the background somewhere:"GOD DAMN IT JERRY THIS IS WHY WE R GOING EXTINCT"
Everyone says these birds look so prehistoric and scary but I think they just look adorable with big Goofy beaks and don't seem a threatening as birds of prey
No matter how intimidating they are, I can't help but find them beautiful.
Never in my life have I been like that real animal looks like a Pokémon until now
@Nogilthazaa they both tried to use bite but the trainer picked barrier at the last second
The W.
Other birds: squawking and flapping
Shoebills: *staring contest*
The slow blinking and death-stare from the one on the left is cold.
" I DIDNT CHEAT ON YOU"
"YES YOU DID"
"NO I DIDNT"
"YES YOU DID YOU DID..."
"No i didnt no.." *also shakes head*
*staring at eachother*