About the Black Stork
The Black Stork (Ciconia nigra) 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 blasto1 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 nigra |
| Species Codes | blasto1, BLST |
| Conservation | 1-И-II |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Stork belong to?
The Black Stork (Ciconia nigra) belongs to the Storks family (Ciconiidae), in the order Ciconiiformes.
How can I identify the Black Stork?
The Black 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 Black Stork sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Stork on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blasto1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Storks 20 species
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Quick Stats
Ciconiiformes
Order
20
Species in Family
11,943
iNat Observations
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