White Stork

Overview

White Stork (Ciconia ciconia) is a species of Storks (Ciconiidae) in the order Storks. A large white bird with black flight feathers and long red legs and bill; nests on rooftops and chimneys in Europe; a long-distance migrant to Africa; symbol of good luck and new babies in folklore; feeds on frogs, fish and insects in fields.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Ciconia; binomial: Ciconia ciconia; authority: (Linnaeus, 1758). Typical size: 100-115cm. Average lifespan: 20-30 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: the Palearctic and Africa. Non-breeding range: AF, India.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.