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Black Stork

Ciconia nigra

Least Concern
翼開長
105.9 cm
体重
2963.0 g
Ciconiidae
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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について

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
翼開長 105.9 cm 41.7 in
体重 2963.0 g 104.52 oz

Habitat & Range

保全状況

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

行動と繁殖

営巣

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

一腹卵数

2-6

分類学

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

Distribution

Black Stork has been recorded in 11 countries.

生息あり Not recorded

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よくある質問

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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