The Maribou stork (Leptoptilos crumeniferus) is not a bird to mess with. Even the lappet-faced vulture (Torgos tracheliotus, or cantankerous old flaphead as it is unaffectionately known to Serengeti's other inhabitants) feigns a polite "after you" at dinner. In this unofficial studio shot the Maribou glares menacingly as the photographer struggles to find the bird's most flattering side.