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Greater Adjutant
Leptoptilos dubius
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
152.3 cm
Weight
9050.0 g
Family
Ciconiidae
Order
Ciconiiformes
About
145–150 cm, wingspan 210–250 cm. Enormous; naked red head; huge ivory bill; large pendant neck pouch. Endangered; fewer than 1,000 birds remain in South and Southeast Asia. Breeds in Assam (India) and Cambodia. Feeds on fish, carrion, and small animals in wetlands and rubbish dumps.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 152.3 cm | 60.0 in |
| Weight | 9050.0 g | 319.23 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Ciconiiformes (Storks) |
| Family | Ciconiidae (Storks) |
| Genus | Leptoptilos |
| Species | Leptoptilos dubius |
Distribution
Greater Adjutant has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Greater Adjutant endangered?
The Greater Adjutant has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Greater Adjutant?
The Greater Adjutant has a wingspan of 152.3 cm, weight of 9050.0 g.
What order and family does the Greater Adjutant belong to?
The Greater Adjutant (Leptoptilos dubius) belongs to the order Ciconiiformes and the family Ciconiidae.
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