White Stork
Ciconia ciconia
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<birdfyi-bird slug="ciconia-ciconia"></birdfyi-bird>About
100–115 cm, wingspan 155–215 cm. White with black flight feathers; red bill and legs. Iconic Eurasian stork; breeds from western Europe to Central Asia; winters sub-Saharan Africa. Nests on buildings and poles; feeds on frogs, insects, and small vertebrates. Populations recovering with conservation efforts.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 113.1 cm | 44.5 in |
| Weight | 3310.0 g | 116.76 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 33-34 days. Fledging: 58-64 days.
Clutch Size
1-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Ciconiiformes (Storks) |
| Family | Ciconiidae (Storks) |
| Genus | Ciconia |
| Species | Ciconia ciconia |
Distribution
White Stork has been recorded in 6 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Ciconiidae family