European White Stork
overview
The European white stork is a large, elegant bird known for its striking white plumage with contrasting black flight feathers and long red legs.
Found across Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia, it thrives in wetlands, grasslands, and agricultural areas, often nesting on rooftops or tall structures. Famous for its long migrations, it travels thousands of kilometers between its breeding grounds in Europe and wintering sites in Africa.
All about the European White Stork
Height
1-1.25m
Weight
2.3-4.5kg
Diet
Wide range of animal prey including insects, fish, reptiles, small mammals and birds
Incubation Period
33-34 days
Life Span
35 years
Threats
Changing land use
