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BRIGHTS ZOO
3425 HWY 11E
Limestone, TN 37681

Tel: (423) 257-1927

Brights Zoo is a privately owned zoo. Therefore, the zoo does not receive state, local or federal funding of any kind. All admissions proceeds goes directly towards caring for the animals and upkeep of the zoo. This includes animal housing, appropriate diet, veterinary care, new exhibit and design for all maintenance of the facility.

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SADDLE-BILLED STORK

[Ephippiorhynchus senegalensis]
Habitat: Open Wetlands
Size: 60"
Weight: 17.5 lbs
Incubation Period: 30 to 35 days
Wingspan: 9 feet
Number of Young: 1-3 eggs

- Mate for Life.
- Feed on Fish, Frogs and Crabs, but also on small birds and reptiles
- Silent, but will do some bill clattering at the nest
- Males and females are marked identically.