Asian Openbill
Anastomus oscitans
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Least Concern
Wingspan
79.4 cm
Weight
1590.0 g
Family
Ciconiidae
Order
Ciconiiformes
About
68–81 cm. White plumage with black flight feathers; same gaping bill as African Openbill. Resident across South and Southeast Asia in wetlands, paddy fields, and river floodplains. Feeds primarily on apple snails; colonial nester in trees. Often seen in large flocks near agricultural land.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 79.4 cm | 31.3 in |
| Weight | 1590.0 g | 56.09 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 27-30 days. Fledging: 35-36 days.
Clutch Size
2-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Ciconiiformes (Storks) |
| Family | Ciconiidae (Storks) |
| Genus | Anastomus |
| Species | Anastomus oscitans |
Distribution
Asian Openbill has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
countries highlighted
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Asian Openbill endangered?
The Asian Openbill has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Asian Openbill nest?
Incubation: 27-30 days. Fledging: 35-36 days.
How big is the Asian Openbill?
The Asian Openbill has a wingspan of 79.4 cm, weight of 1590.0 g.
What order and family does the Asian Openbill belong to?
The Asian Openbill (Anastomus oscitans) belongs to the order Ciconiiformes and the family Ciconiidae.
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