Abdim's Stork
Ciconia abdimii
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<birdfyi-bird slug="ciconia-abdimii"></birdfyi-bird>The Abdim's Stork (Ciconia abdimii) is a bird species in the family Ciconiidae (storks), within the order Ciconiiformes (storks). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 83.3 cm and a weight of 1.4 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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73 cm. Small stork; black back and wings; white underparts; blue facial skin with red eye-ring; red and grey bill. Breeds sub-Saharan Africa; migrates north along East Africa to winter in southern Europe and India. Feeds on locusts and insects; welcomed by farmers. Colonial breeder in trees.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 83.3 cm | 32.8 in |
| Weight | 1365.0 g | 48.15 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 30-31 days. Fledging: 50-60 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Ciconiiformes (Storks) |
| Family | Ciconiidae (Storks) |
| Genus | Ciconia |
| Species | Ciconia abdimii |
Distribution
Abdim's Stork has been recorded in 9 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Ciconiidae family