Order
Ciconiiformes
Ciconiiformes
18 species in this taxon
order of birds Ciconiiformes (Ciconiiformes) is an order comprising closely related families of organisms. It contains 1 families with 18 known species. This includes the family groups Ciconiidae. Among its members, 6 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Birds (Aves).