Norris the Stork returns to the Crocworld display

One of Crocworld Conservation Centre’s most famous residents will be back on display this year! Norris the Stork is being reintroduced to his mate in the hope of producing more Marabou Storks. This is one of Crocworld’s many breeding programmes which are instrumental in furthering the genetic diversity of threatened species. Norris has shown significant success in the programme, fathering a number of chicks over the years, including two last year. Crocworld’s Animal Curator, Busani Mthiyane, said: “We are patiently monitoring and observing his behaviour towards his mates. The introduction of this Marabou stork comes with the intention of increasing their breeding rate as we now have two males and one female on display.” Marabou Storks breed during the dry season only and play an important role in the ecosystem by scavenging on carcasses. Don’t miss the chance to visit Norris and friends at Crocworld! To find out more about the centre, call 039 976 1103, visit www.crocworld.co.za or ‘Crocworld Conservation Centre’ on Facebook and Instagram.