The black-necked stork (Ephippiorhynchus asiaticus) is a huge wading bird with a spectacular and distinctive plumage. Easily recognised by its striking black-and-white markings, this bird possesses a jet-black head, wing bar and tail, which contrast against the white plumage of the rest of the body . Other characteristic features include an iridescent neck that appears green, blue or purple depending on the angle , a massive black bill and long, coral-red legs . Sexes are identical except for the colour of the iris, which is yellow in the female, brown in the ...Source
Near Threatened
The combined populations of South and Southeast Asia are thought to total less than 400 individuals, and this species would be classified as Endangered if it were not for the more abundant Australian populations, consisting of 10,000 to 20,000 birds
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Date 09.11.2014
Location: Surajpur Bird Sanctuary,UP,India
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