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African Woolly-necked Stork

Ciconia microscelis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Ciconiiformes ›Family: Ciconiidae ›Genus: Ciconia

About

The African woolly-necked stork or African woollyneck (Ciconia microscelis) is a species of large wading bird in the stork family Ciconiidae. It breeds singly, or in small loose colonies. It is distributed in a wide variety of habitats including marshes in forests, agricultural areas, and freshwater wetlands across Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of African Woolly-necked Stork?
The scientific name of African Woolly-necked Stork is Ciconia microscelis.
What is the conservation status of African Woolly-necked Stork?
The African Woolly-necked Stork has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does African Woolly-necked Stork belong to?
African Woolly-necked Stork belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does African Woolly-necked Stork belong to?
African Woolly-necked Stork belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does African Woolly-necked Stork belong to?
African Woolly-necked Stork belongs to the class Aves.
What order does African Woolly-necked Stork belong to?
African Woolly-necked Stork belongs to the order Ciconiiformes.
What family does African Woolly-necked Stork belong to?
African Woolly-necked Stork belongs to the family Ciconiidae.
What genus does African Woolly-necked Stork belong to?
African Woolly-necked Stork belongs to the genus Ciconia.