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Black Stork
Ciconia nigra
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Least Concern
طول الجناح
105,9 cm
الوزن
2963,0 g
الفصيلة
Ciconiidae
الرتبة
Ciconiiformes
حول
95–100 cm, wingspan 173–185 cm. Iridescent black with white underparts; red bill and legs. Breeds across temperate Eurasia from Iberia to eastern China; migrates to sub-Saharan Africa and India. Solitary and shy; nests on cliff ledges or large trees. Feeds on fish in clear streams.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| طول الجناح | 105,9 cm | 41.7 in |
| الوزن | 2963,0 g | 104.52 oz |
Habitat & Range
حالة الحفاظ
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
السلوك والتكاثر
التعشيش
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 32-46 days. Fledging: 63-71 days.
عدد البيض في الوضع
2-6
التصنيف
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| الرتبة | Ciconiiformes (Storks) |
| الفصيلة | Ciconiidae (Storks) |
| Genus | Ciconia |
| الأنواع | Ciconia nigra |
Distribution
Black Stork has been recorded in 11 countries.
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موجود
Not recorded
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External Databases
الأسئلة الشائعة
Is the Black Stork endangered?
The Black Stork has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black Stork nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 32-46 days. Fledging: 63-71 days.
How big is the Black Stork?
The Black Stork has a wingspan of 105.9 cm, weight of 2963.0 g.
What order and family does the Black Stork belong to?
The Black Stork (Ciconia nigra) belongs to the order Ciconiiformes and the family Ciconiidae.
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