About the Marabou Stork
The Marabou Stork (Leptoptilos crumenifer) 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 marsto1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Ciconiiformes |
| Family | Storks (Ciconiidae) |
| Species | Leptoptilos crumenifer |
| Species Codes | marsto1, MAST |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Marabou Stork belong to?
The Marabou Stork (Leptoptilos crumenifer) belongs to the Storks family (Ciconiidae), in the order Ciconiiformes.
How can I identify the Marabou Stork?
The Marabou Stork 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 Marabou Stork sighting?
You can log sightings of Marabou Stork on eBird (ebird.org) using species code marsto1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Storks 20 species
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Quick Stats
Ciconiiformes
Order
20
Species in Family
7,101
iNat Observations
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