About the Asian Openbill
The Asian Openbill (Anastomus oscitans) 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 asiope1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Ciconiiformes |
| Family | Storks (Ciconiidae) |
| Species | Anastomus oscitans |
| Species Codes | asiope1, ASOP, AOBS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Asian Openbill belong to?
The Asian Openbill (Anastomus oscitans) belongs to the Storks family (Ciconiidae), in the order Ciconiiformes.
How can I identify the Asian Openbill?
The Asian Openbill 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 Asian Openbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Asian Openbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code asiope1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Storks 20 species
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Quick Stats
Ciconiiformes
Order
20
Species in Family
12,589
iNat Observations
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