White Stork
NameWhite Stork
Common NameWhite Stork
Scientific NameCiconia ciconia
FamilyCiconiidae
Wingspan (cm)205
Length (cm)107.5
Weight (g)3400
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is entirely white except for the black primary and secondary flight feathers, which are visible when the wings are folded or in flight. The bill and legs are bright red.
Vocalization / CallWhite Storks are largely silent, lacking a true vocal call. Their primary form of communication is bill-clattering, where they rapidly clap their mandibles together, often during greeting rituals or displays.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, wetland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across most of Europe, Northwest Africa, and parts of Western and Central Asia. It migrates to winter in Africa, primarily south of the Sahara, and parts of the Indian subcontinent.
Identifying Featurespredominantly white body plumage, black flight feathers, long red legs, long pointed red bill, large size
Description
The White Stork is a large, long-legged wading bird characterized by its predominantly white plumage and contrasting black flight feathers. It is known for its graceful flight and often nests on rooftops or other elevated structures near human habitation.
