About the Asian Woolly-necked Stork
The Asian Woolly-necked Stork (Ciconia episcopus) is a species of bird in the Storks family (Ciconiidae), within the order Ciconiiformes. This family contains 20 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code wonsto1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Ciconiiformes |
| Family | Storks (Ciconiidae) |
| Species | Ciconia episcopus |
| Species Codes | wonsto1, ASWO, AWNS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Asian Woolly-necked Stork belong to?
The Asian Woolly-necked Stork (Ciconia episcopus) belongs to the Storks family (Ciconiidae), in the order Ciconiiformes.
How can I identify the Asian Woolly-necked Stork?
The Asian Woolly-necked Stork is a member of the Storks family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Asian Woolly-necked Stork sighting?
You can log sightings of Asian Woolly-necked Stork on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wonsto1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Storks 20 species
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Quick Stats
Ciconiiformes
Order
20
Species in Family
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