White Stork
Ciconia ciconia
Also known as: Common Stork
The White Stork (Ciconia ciconia) is a large, long-legged wading bird found across Europe, Africa and Asia. Often associated with open wetlands, farmland and villages, white storks nest on rooftops and chimneys and are famous for their long migratory journeys between Europe and Africa.
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White Storks often use the same nest year after year, adding new material each season so nests can become several metres across.White Stork Quick Facts
Detailed Information on the White Stork
Weight 3.5 kg
Height 115 cm
Length 120 cm
Wingspan 185 cm
Top Speed 45 km/h
Social Structure: Gregarious/Pairs
Activity Pattern: Diurnal
Trophic Level: Carnivore
Migration: Migratory
Population Trend: Increasing
Main Threats:
- Electrocution
- Intensive farming
- Drainage
Alsace (France)
Extremadura (Spain)
Family: Ciconiidae
Order: Ciconiiformes
