Storks

The Birbs encyclopedia features 20 storks. They range from the lightest in our records, the African Openbill, to the heaviest, the Greater Adjutant. Browse them all below — every one has photos, range and, where we have them, calls.

Notable storks

• Black Stork
• Maguari Stork
• White Stork
• Oriental Stork
• Abdim’s Stork
• African Woolly-necked Stork
• Asian Woolly-necked Stork
• Storm’s Stork

Frequently asked

How many storks are there?

The Birbs encyclopedia currently profiles 20 storks, each with photos, range and conservation status.

What is the largest of the storks?

By body weight, the heaviest of the storks in our records is the Greater Adjutant.

Are storks endangered?

At least 3 of the storks we profile are on the IUCN Red List as Vulnerable or worse. See each bird’s page for its current status.