Black Stork

Ciconia nigra

The Black Stork (Ciconia nigra) is a large wading bird known for its striking black plumage, long red bill, and red legs. This species is primarily found in wetlands, rivers, and marshes across Europe, Asia, and parts of Africa. Black Storks are known for their impressive soaring flights and are often seen foraging for fish, amphibians, and small mammals in shallow waters. They are solitary birds and are known for their elusive nature. The Black Stork is a symbol of wilderness and is revered for its grace and beauty.

Habitat: Wetlands, rivers, and marshes

Black Stork
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Tours where you can spot this bird

Private Bird Photography Tours from Hides and Blinds in Southern Spain
Private Bird Photography Tours from Hides and Blinds in Southern Spain
Spain / Cordoba Group tour 4 days | 0h

Private bird photography from hides and blinds in southern Spain....

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Short-break Bird Photography Programme in Southern Portugal
Short-break Bird Photography Programme in Southern Portugal
Portugal / Lisbon Group tour 4 days | 0h

A short-break bird photography programme in southern Portugal....

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Week-long Bird Photography Programme in Southern Portugal
Week-long Bird Photography Programme in Southern Portugal
Portugal / Lisbon Group tour 7 days | 0h

A week-long bird photography programme in southern Portugal, covering Lisbon estuaries, Alentejo and Algarve....

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12 Days Spain Birdwatching Programme
12 Days Spain Birdwatching Programme
Spain / Seville Group tour 12 days | 0h

A 12-day Spain birdwatching group tour focusing on Extremadura, Donana and Gibraltar....

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12 Days Portugal and Spain Birdwatching Programme
12 Days Portugal and Spain Birdwatching Programme
Portugal / Lisbon Group tour 12 days | 0h

A 12-day birdwatching programme combining Portugal and Spain....

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Short-break Birds and Conservation Programme in Southern Portugal
Short-break Birds and Conservation Programme in Southern Portugal
Portugal / Lisbon Group tour 4 days | 0h

A short-break group programme combining birds and conservation in southern Portugal....

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Short-break Birdwatching Programme in Southern Portugal
Short-break Birdwatching Programme in Southern Portugal
Portugal / Lisbon Group tour 4 days | 0h

A short-break group birdwatching programme in southern Portugal....

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Week-long Birds and Dragonflies Programme in Southern Portugal
Week-long Birds and Dragonflies Programme in Southern Portugal
Portugal / Faro Group tour 7 days | 0h

A week-long group programme in southern Portugal combining birding with dragonflies....

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Week-long Birdwatching Programme in Northern and Central Portugal
Week-long Birdwatching Programme in Northern and Central Portugal
Portugal / Porto Group tour 7 days | 0h

A small-group week-long birdwatching programme in northern and central Portugal....

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12 Days Birds and Wine Programme in Portugal
12 Days Birds and Wine Programme in Portugal
Portugal / Lisbon Group tour 12 days | 0h

A 12-day Portugal birds and wine group programme across estuaries, Alentejo, International Douro and the Douro Valley....

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12 Days Birds and Culture Programme in Southern Portugal
12 Days Birds and Culture Programme in Southern Portugal
Portugal / Lisbon Group tour 12 days | 0h

A 12-day small-group birds and culture tour through southern Portugal....

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Week-long Birdwatching Programme in Southern Portugal
Week-long Birdwatching Programme in Southern Portugal
Portugal / Lisbon Group tour 7 days | 0h

A small-group week of birdwatching in southern Portugal, covering Lisbon estuaries, Alentejo and the Algarve....

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International Douro Birdwatching Day Tour from Porto
International Douro Birdwatching Day Tour from Porto
Portugal / Miranda do Douro Private tour 1 day | 10h

Full-day private birdwatching from Porto to the International Douro Natural Park....

From 380.00 EUR
Peneda-Geres Birdwatching Day Tour from Porto
Peneda-Geres Birdwatching Day Tour from Porto
Portugal / Peneda-Geres Private tour 1 day | 10h

Full-day private birdwatching from Porto to Peneda-Geres National Park....

From 380.00 EUR
Alentejo Castro Verde and Guadiana Valley Birdwatching Day Tour from the Algarve
Alentejo Castro Verde and Guadiana Valley Birdwatching Day Tour from the Algarve
Portugal / Castro Verde Private tour 1 day | 10h

Full-day private birding from the Algarve to the Castro Verde plains and Guadiana Valley....

From 340.00 EUR
Alentejo Castro Verde and Guadiana Valley Birdwatching Day Tour from Lisbon
Alentejo Castro Verde and Guadiana Valley Birdwatching Day Tour from Lisbon
Portugal / Castro Verde Private tour 1 day | 10h

A full-day private birding route from Lisbon to the Castro Verde plains and Guadiana Valley....

From 340.00 EUR
Birds & Mammals of Southern Poland
Birds & Mammals of Southern Poland
Poland / Warsaw Group tour 9 days | 0h

9-day Wild Poland birding and wildlife tour led by local naturalist guides, focused on Great Grey Owl, Aquatic Warbler, Eurasian Bittern, Re...

From 9450.00 PLN