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Weissstorch

Ciconia ciconia

Endangered

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White Stork (Ciconia ciconia) is classified as Endangered (EN) on the IUCN Red List. At high risk of extinction in the wild, with significant population decline and ongoing threats to survival.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found across Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Aves (Vögel)

Order

Ciconiiformes (Schreitvögel)

Species

Ciconia ciconia (Weissstorch)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese シュバシコウ

Chinese 白鸛

Spanish Cigüeña blanca

French cigogne blanche

German Weissstorch

Portuguese cegonha-branca

Russian Белый аист

Thai นกกระสาขาว

Similar Species in Ciconia

Schwarzschnabelstorch

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Weissstorch?

The scientific name of Weissstorch is Ciconia ciconia. It belongs to the genus Ciconia.

What is the conservation status of Weissstorch?

Weissstorch (Ciconia ciconia) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Weissstorch live?

Weissstorch is found in Found across Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom.

What family does Weissstorch belong to?

Weissstorch (Ciconia ciconia) belongs to the genus Ciconia, which is part of the taxonomic family Ciconiidae.

Is Weissstorch endangered?

Yes, Weissstorch (Ciconia ciconia) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Weissstorch belong to?

Weissstorch (Ciconia ciconia) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Weissstorch?

The closest relatives of Weissstorch in the genus Ciconia include Abdimstorch, Asien-Wollhalsstorch, Höckerstorch, Maguaristorch, Schwarzschnabelstorch.