Milky Stork
NameMilky Stork
Common NameMilky Stork
Scientific NameMycteria cinerea
FamilyCiconiidae
Wingspan (cm)110
Length (cm)95
Weight (g)1700
Plumage DetailsAdults are predominantly white with black primary and secondary flight feathers, which are visible when the wings are folded or in flight. The bare skin around the eyes and lores is dull yellow, and the long, slightly decurved bill is also yellow. Legs are pinkish.
Vocalization / CallGenerally a silent bird, but may produce hissing sounds or engage in bill-clattering, especially at the nest.
Primary Dietpiscivore
Primary Habitatswetland, coastal
Conservation Statusendangered
Geographic RangeFound in Southeast Asia, including parts of Cambodia, Indonesia (Sumatra, Java, Sulawesi), Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Identifying FeaturesEntirely white body plumage (except black flight feathers), Long, thick, slightly decurved yellow bill, Bare dull yellow facial skin, Pinkish legs
Description
The Milky Stork is a large wading bird characterized by its entirely white plumage, long yellow bill, and bare dull yellow facial skin. It typically forages in shallow waters, slowly wading and sweeping its bill to catch prey.
