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Black Stork

Ciconia nigra

Least Concern
Envergure
105,9 cm
Poids
2963,0 g
Famille
Ciconiidae
Ordre
Ciconiiformes

The Black Stork (Ciconia nigra) is a bird species in the family Ciconiidae (storks), within the order Ciconiiformes (storks). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 105.9 cm and a weight of 3 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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À propos

95–100 cm, wingspan 173–185 cm. Iridescent black with white underparts; red bill and legs. Breeds across temperate Eurasia from Iberia to eastern China; migrates to sub-Saharan Africa and India. Solitary and shy; nests on cliff ledges or large trees. Feeds on fish in clear streams.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 105,9 cm 41.7 in
Poids 2963,0 g 104.52 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: PL. Incubation: 32-46 days. Fledging: 63-71 days.

Taille de la couvée

2-6

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Ciconiiformes (Storks)
Famille Ciconiidae (Storks)
Genus Ciconia
Espèces Ciconia nigra

Distribution

Black Stork has been recorded in 11 countries.

Présent Not recorded

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Foire aux questions

Is the Black Stork endangered?
The Black Stork has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black Stork nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 32-46 days. Fledging: 63-71 days.
How big is the Black Stork?
The Black Stork has a wingspan of 105.9 cm, weight of 2963.0 g.
What order and family does the Black Stork belong to?
The Black Stork (Ciconia nigra) belongs to the order Ciconiiformes and the family Ciconiidae.

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