Ciconiidae Collection (#5)

France, Kaysersberg, Alsace Lorraine, European White Stork, ciconia ciconia, nesting on rooftop

Marabou Stork, Leptoptilos crumeniferus, walking by concrete wall, view from side

Two Marabou Storks, Leptoptilos crumeniferus, with black and white feathers and long legs standing in front of concrete structure, front view

Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus, black-necked stork
Watercolour 302 by the Port Jackson Painter from the Watling Collection titled New-Holland Jabiru

Mycteria leucocephala, painted stork
Plate 23 by Sydney Parkinson from the Loten Collection

Ciconia nigra, black stork
Plate 31 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 4 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Mycteria americana, wood stork
Plate 81, hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731-43) Vol. 1 by Mark Catesby

Abdims Stork (Ciconia abdimii) adult, standing on dead tree, Ruaha N. P. Tanzania, january
Abdims Stork (Ciconia abdimii) adult, standing on dead tree, Ruaha N.P. Tanzania, january

Wood stork with nestlings, Mycteria americana, Alligator Farm rookery, St. Augustine

Abdim's / White-bellied Storks. Flock in flight rising on thermal over Kalahari
ASW-4716 Abdim's / White-bellied Storks Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa Ciconia abdimii Alan J. S

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Ciconiidae, also known as the stork family, is a fascinating group of birds that captivate us with their majestic presence and unique behaviors. From the towering White Storks nesting on top of Faro Cathedral in Algarve to the elegant Black-necked Storks gracefully roaming Keoladeo National Park in India, these birds are truly a sight to behold. The European White Stork, scientifically known as Ciconia ciconia, showcases its beauty during mating season as a pair passionately engages in courtship rituals atop their nest at sunset on Knepp estate in Sussex. The breathtaking scene paints a picture of love and devotion within nature's realm. Marabou storks (Leptoptilos crumenifer) stand tall alongside Whitebacked vultures (Gyps africanus), creating an intriguing juxtaposition between two species that rely on scavenging for survival. This harmonious coexistence reminds us of the delicate balance within ecosystems. As dawn breaks over the horizon, a Painted Stork (Mycteria leucocephala) rests upon its nest with young ones nestled close by. The soft glow illuminates this tender moment shared between parent and offspring—a testament to the nurturing instincts present among these avian families. In Andalucia, Spain, we witness White Storks perched high above in trees—creating nests that serve as safe havens for raising their young. These aerial abodes showcase their resourcefulness and adaptability amidst changing landscapes. A captive-reared juvenile White Stork takes flight over Knepp Estate—an inspiring symbol of hope for conservation efforts aimed at preserving these magnificent creatures' populations. Their graceful wingspan carries them through open skies while reminding us of our responsibility to protect their habitats. A proud parent stands beside three developing chicks—a heartwarming image capturing the essence of parenthood within this avian community. It serves as a reminder that family bonds extend beyond human borders, connecting us to the natural world.