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Marabou Stork
Leptoptilos crumenifer
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Least Concern
Envergure
141,7 cm
Poids
6366,666666666667 g
Famille
Ciconiidae
Ordre
Ciconiiformes
À propos
115–150 cm, wingspan up to 287 cm. One of the world's largest flying birds. Naked pink-red head; massive pale bill; pendulous neck sac. Common in sub-Saharan Africa, often around human settlements and garbage dumps. Scavenges carrion alongside vultures; also takes fish and small vertebrates. Breeds colonially in trees.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 141,7 cm | 55.8 in |
| Poids | 6366,666666666667 g | 224.58 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Incubation: 29-31 days. Fledging: 95-115 days.
Taille de la couvée
1-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Ciconiiformes (Storks) |
| Famille | Ciconiidae (Storks) |
| Genus | Leptoptilos |
| Espèces | Leptoptilos crumenifer |
External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Marabou Stork endangered?
The Marabou Stork has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Marabou Stork nest?
Incubation: 29-31 days. Fledging: 95-115 days.
How big is the Marabou Stork?
The Marabou Stork has a wingspan of 141.7 cm, weight of 6366.666666666667 g.
What order and family does the Marabou Stork belong to?
The Marabou Stork (Leptoptilos crumenifer) belongs to the order Ciconiiformes and the family Ciconiidae.
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