Nov 30, 2023 · The average adult stands around 100 – 115 cm tall from beak to tail tip, while its wing span can reach up to 155-215 cm wide. There are two subspecies of the White Stork …

The adult wood stork is a large bird which stands 83 to 115 cm (33–45 in) tall with a wingspan of 140 to 180 cm (55–71 in).

Storks are fascinating birds and your interest in their diversity is well-placed. Recognized globally by the International Ornithologists’ Union, 20 species of storks grace our skies and landscapes …

Adult wood storks are practically mute. They can give soft hissing noises and grunts during interactions. They can also make clattering or snapping noises with their beak.

Adult wood storks in flight look all white with distinctive black wings. The black tail seen from below is partially covered by the undertail coverts and is not readily seen.

Adult wood storks are voiceless and are capable of only making hissing sounds. Wood storks feed on small to medium-sized fish, crayfish, amphibians, and reptiles. Their hunting technique is …

Large, white Wood Storks wade through southeastern swamps and wetlands. Although this stork doesn't bring babies, it is a good flier, soaring on thermals with neck and legs outstretched. …

Massive wading bird with long legs and a long and heavy curved bill. White overall with black flight feathers. The head is bare and scaly. Juveniles look similar to adults, but have a pale bill that …

Our only native stork in North America, a very large, heavy-billed bird that wades in the shallows of southern swamps. Flies with slow wingbeats, and flocks often soar very high on warm days. …

Adult is primarily white with black striped markings on the wings and bright pink on tertials. Also note the bright orange face, pinkish legs, and speckled band across the chest.