Marabou stork
Leptoptilos crumenifer
Abdim’s stork
Ciconia abdimii
Abdim’s Storks are very useful in case of pest infestations (locusts, army worms) in the crops. During locust swarm, several thousands storks can gather to participate in the feast.
Habitat
Meadows, pastures and cultivated fields in Central Africa and South Africa.
Feed
Insects (sometimes rodents, reptiles)
Classification
Class
Birds
Family
Ciconiidés
Scientific Name
Ciconia abdimii
Legal Status
IUCN : LC - Least Concern (2016)
EAZA : ESB
Some Figures
Size
81 cm
Weight
1,3 kg
Life Expectancy
18 years
Incubation
30 days
1 or 3 eggs
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