African Openbill vs Black-necked Stork
Anastomus lamelligerus comparé à Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | African Openbill | Black-necked Stork |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Anastomus lamelligerus | Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus |
| Ordre | Ciconiiformes | Ciconiiformes |
| Famille | Ciconiidae | Ciconiidae |
| Statut de conservation | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Longueur | — | — |
| Envergure | 78,8 cm (31.0 in) | 115,0 cm (45.3 in) |
| Poids | 1014,0 g (35.77 oz) | 4100,0 g (144.62 oz) |
| Régime alimentaire | -- | -- |
| Taille de la couvée | 3-5 | 2-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Habitats partagés
African Openbill only
Black-necked Stork only
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
African Openbill
Near Threatened
Black-necked 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-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.