African Woollyneck
Ciconia microscelis
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Least Concern
Envergure
96,1 cm
Poids
2190,0 g
Famille
Ciconiidae
Ordre
Ciconiiformes
À propos
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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 96,1 cm | 37.8 in |
| Poids | 2190,0 g | 77.25 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 30-31 days. Fledging: 55-65 days.
Taille de la couvée
2-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Ciconiiformes (Storks) |
| Famille | Ciconiidae (Storks) |
| Genus | Ciconia |
| Espèces | Ciconia microscelis |
External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the African Woollyneck endangered?
The African Woollyneck has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the African Woollyneck nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 30-31 days. Fledging: 55-65 days.
How big is the African Woollyneck?
The African Woollyneck has a wingspan of 96.1 cm, weight of 2190.0 g.
What order and family does the African Woollyneck belong to?
The African Woollyneck (Ciconia microscelis) belongs to the order Ciconiiformes and the family Ciconiidae.
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