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Wood Stork

Mycteria americana

Least Concern

About

Wood Stork (Mycteria americana) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Ciconiiformes (Ciconiiformes)

Species

Mycteria americana (Wood Stork)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アメリカトキコウ

Chinese 林鸛

Spanish Cigüeña americana

French Tantale d'Amérique

German Waldstorch

Portuguese cabeça-seca

Russian Американский клювач

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Near Threatened

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Wood Stork?

The scientific name of Wood Stork is Mycteria americana. It belongs to the genus Mycteria.

What is the conservation status of Wood Stork?

Wood Stork (Mycteria americana) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Wood Stork live?

Wood Stork is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.

What family does Wood Stork belong to?

Wood Stork (Mycteria americana) belongs to the genus Mycteria, which is part of the taxonomic family Ciconiidae.

Is Wood Stork endangered?

No, Wood Stork (Mycteria americana) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Wood Stork belong to?

Wood Stork (Mycteria americana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Wood Stork?

The closest relatives of Wood Stork in the genus Mycteria include Yellow-billed Stork, Milky Stork, Painted Stork.