Asian Woolly-necked Stork
Asian Woolly-necked Stork
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The Asian Woolly-necked Stork is a striking medium-sized stork, recognized by its contrasting dark, glossy body and fluffy white neck feathers. It is found in diverse wetland and cultivated landscapes across Asia.
Where to spot
Found across South and Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and parts of China. Inhabits freshwater wetlands, rice paddies, marshes, and even cultivated fields.
How to spot
Look for its distinct woolly white neck contrasting with its dark, iridescent body. Often seen wading in shallow water, foraging for fish, amphibians, and invertebrates. Pay attention to its upright posture and deliberate movements.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in its resident range. Breeding periods vary regionally, often coinciding with the end of the wet season into the dry season.
Where to spot
Found across South and Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and parts of China. Inhabits freshwater wetlands, rice paddies, marshes, and even cultivated fields.
How to spot
Look for its distinct woolly white neck contrasting with its dark, iridescent body. Often seen wading in shallow water, foraging for fish, amphibians, and invertebrates. Pay attention to its upright posture and deliberate movements.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in its resident range. Breeding periods vary regionally, often coinciding with the end of the wet season into the dry season.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Despite its somewhat widespread distribution, this stork is listed as Vulnerable due to habitat loss and degradation across its range, particularly in Southeast Asia.
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