African Openbill vs Black Stork
Anastomus lamelligerus comparé à Ciconia nigra
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | African Openbill | Black Stork |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Anastomus lamelligerus | Ciconia nigra |
| Ordre | Ciconiiformes | Ciconiiformes |
| Famille | Ciconiidae | Ciconiidae |
| Statut de conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Longueur | — | — |
| Envergure | 78,8 cm (31.0 in) | 105,9 cm (41.7 in) |
| Poids | 1014,0 g (35.77 oz) | 2963,0 g (104.52 oz) |
| Régime alimentaire | -- | -- |
| Taille de la couvée | 3-5 | 2-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
African Openbill
Least Concern
Black Stork
About These Birds
African Openbill
72–90 cm. All-black plumage with gloss; distinctive large bill with a gap between mandibles adapted for extracting apple snails. Resident across sub-Saharan Africa and Madagascar in wetlands, rivers, and rice paddies. Feeds almost exclusively on molluscs. Colonial breeder in trees near water.
Black Stork
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.