Marabou Stork
Leptoptilos crumenifer
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<birdfyi-bird slug="leptoptilos-crumenifer"></birdfyi-bird>The Marabou Stork (Leptoptilos crumenifer) is a bird species in the family Ciconiidae (storks), within the order Ciconiiformes (storks). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 141.7 cm and a weight of 6.4 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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حول
115–150 cm, wingspan up to 287 cm. One of the world's largest flying birds. Naked pink-red head; massive pale bill; pendulous neck sac. Common in sub-Saharan Africa, often around human settlements and garbage dumps. Scavenges carrion alongside vultures; also takes fish and small vertebrates. Breeds colonially in trees.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| طول الجناح | 141,7 cm | 55.8 in |
| الوزن | 6366,666666666667 g | 224.58 oz |
Habitat & Range
حالة الحفاظ
السلوك والتكاثر
التعشيش
Incubation: 29-31 days. Fledging: 95-115 days.
عدد البيض في الوضع
1-4
التصنيف
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| الرتبة | Ciconiiformes (Storks) |
| الفصيلة | Ciconiidae (Storks) |
| Genus | Leptoptilos |
| الأنواع | Leptoptilos crumenifer |
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Ciconiidae family