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Maguari Stork
Ciconia maguari
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Least Concern
Wingspan
115.3 cm
Weight
4000.0 g
Family
Ciconiidae
Order
Ciconiiformes
About
97–112 cm. White body with black flight feathers; bare red orbital skin; greenish bill; red legs. Resident South America (Venezuela to Argentina) in grasslands and wetlands. Feeds on fish, frogs, and insects. Nests solitary in trees or reedbeds; locally migratory following flooding.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 115.3 cm | 45.4 in |
| Weight | 4000.0 g | 141.10 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 29-32 days. Fledging: 60-72 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Ciconiiformes (Storks) |
| Family | Ciconiidae (Storks) |
| Genus | Ciconia |
| Species | Ciconia maguari |
Distribution
Maguari Stork has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Maguari Stork endangered?
The Maguari Stork has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Maguari Stork nest?
Incubation: 29-32 days. Fledging: 60-72 days.
How big is the Maguari Stork?
The Maguari Stork has a wingspan of 115.3 cm, weight of 4000.0 g.
What order and family does the Maguari Stork belong to?
The Maguari Stork (Ciconia maguari) belongs to the order Ciconiiformes and the family Ciconiidae.
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