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Oriental Stork

Ciconia boyciana

Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, and temperate coniferous forests spanning the Indomalayan and Oceanian and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Asia (Japan, Taiwan) and Europe (5 countries). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇯🇵 Japan 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇳🇴 Norway 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Ciconiiformes (Ciconiiformes)

Species

Ciconia boyciana (Oriental Stork)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese コウノトリ

Chinese 東方白鸛

Spanish Cigüeña oriental

French Cigogne orientale

German Schwarzschnabelstorch

Portuguese cegonha-oriental

Russian Дальневосточный аист

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Oriental Stork?

The scientific name of Oriental Stork is Ciconia boyciana. It belongs to the genus Ciconia.

What is the conservation status of Oriental Stork?

Oriental Stork (Ciconia boyciana) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Oriental Stork live?

Oriental Stork is found in Found across Asia (Japan, Taiwan) and Europe (5 countries). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, France, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Taiwan, United Kingdom.

What family does Oriental Stork belong to?

Oriental Stork (Ciconia boyciana) belongs to the genus Ciconia, which is part of the taxonomic family Ciconiidae.

Is Oriental Stork endangered?

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

What kingdom does Oriental Stork belong to?

Oriental Stork (Ciconia boyciana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Oriental Stork?

The closest relatives of Oriental Stork in the genus Ciconia include Abdim's Stork, Black Stork, Maguari Stork, Storm's Stork, White Stork.