Portrait of a Black Stork (Ciconia nigra)

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The Black Stork (Ciconia nigra)is a large wading bird in the stork family Ciconiidae. It is a widespread, but rare, species that breeds in the warmer parts of Europe, predominantly in central and eastern regions. This is a shy and wary species, unlike the closely related White Stork. It is seen in pairs or small flocks—in marshy areas, rivers or inland waters. The Black Stork feeds on amphibians and insects.

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Size: 3696px × 3304px
Location: UK
Photo credit: © Tim James/Mabel Gray / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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