African Woollyneck vs Black-necked Stork
Ciconia microscelis compared with Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Woollyneck | Black-necked Stork |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ciconia microscelis | Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus |
| Order | Ciconiiformes | Ciconiiformes |
| Family | Ciconiidae | Ciconiidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 96.1 cm (37.8 in) | 115.0 cm (45.3 in) |
| Weight | 2190.0 g (77.25 oz) | 4100.0 g (144.62 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | 2-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
African Woollyneck only
None
Black-necked Stork only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Woollyneck
Near Threatened
Black-necked Stork
About These Birds
African Woollyneck
73–92 cm. Black and white; white neck with distinctive woolly white feathers; red bill and legs. Resident across sub-Saharan Africa in moist woodland, rivers, and wetlands. Feeds on fish, frogs, and small vertebrates. Solitary breeder; calls infrequently but produces bill-clattering.
Black-necked Stork
130–150 cm. Large black and white stork; massive black and pink bill; bare red facial skin. Resident from India to New Guinea and Australia in wetlands and floodplains. Endangered in Southeast Asia; Near Threatened overall. Feeds on fish, frogs, and snakes. Solitary, widely spaced nests in tall trees.