Saddle-billed Stork
Ephippiorhynchus senegalensis
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145–150 cm. Very tall; black and white plumage; large brightly coloured bill with yellow saddle, red base, and black tip. Eyes yellow (female) or brown (male). Widespread in sub-Saharan Africa beside rivers and lakes. Feeds on fish and frogs; solitary nester; one of Africa's most spectacular birds.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| طول الجناح | 123,4 cm | 48.6 in |
| الوزن | 6089,8 g | 214.81 oz |
Habitat & Range
حالة الحفاظ
السلوك والتكاثر
التعشيش
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 30-35 days. Fledging: 70-100 days.
عدد البيض في الوضع
1-5
التصنيف
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| الرتبة | Ciconiiformes (Storks) |
| الفصيلة | Ciconiidae (Storks) |
| Genus | Ephippiorhynchus |
| الأنواع | Ephippiorhynchus senegalensis |
Distribution
Saddle-billed Stork has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
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