lesser adjutant stork

The lesser adjutant (Leptoptilos javanicus) is a species of stork found in Asia. Storks, in general, are large, long-necked birds belonging to the family Ciconiidae, which also includes herons, flamingos, and ibises. They are characterized by their long legs and necks, and some species have bare, brightly colored heads and necks.12

Lesser adjutants, like other adjutant birds, are scavengers. They have bare pink skin on their heads and necks and feed on carrion, small aquatic animals, or snakes. These birds are known for their upright stance, which has led to their name, as they resemble a military officer pacing.23