Zoo Animals

Painted Stork

The painted stork (Mycteria leucocephala), also known as the Indian stork, is a large wading bird found in wetlands and shallow lakes across South and Southeast Asia. Recognized by its vivid pink feathers on its tail and orange-yellow bill, this bird is a striking sight in its natural habitat. Painted storks feed primarily on fish, using their long bills to sweep through water and catch prey. They are colonial breeders, nesting in large groups in trees near water bodies. Habitat loss and water pollution pose significant threats to their populations, emphasizing the need for wetland conservation to protect this stunning species.