AnAge entry for Anastomus lamelligerus
Classification (HAGRID: 00486)
- Taxonomy
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Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Aves (Taxon entry)
Order: Ciconiiformes
Family: Ciconiidae
Genus: Anastomus
- Species
- Anastomus lamelligerus
- Common name
- African openbill
Lifespan, ageing, and relevant traits
- Maximum longevity
- Not yet established
- Observations
One animal was still alive after 7 years in captivity [0668]. Considering the longevity of similar species, however, maximum longevity is likely underestimated and more detailed studies necessary.
Life history traits (averages)
- No information is available on life history. Please contact us if you wish to suggest or contribute data.
Metabolism
No information on metabolism is available.
References
- [0820] John Dunning (2008), CRC Handbook of Avian Body Masses
- [0668] Brouwer et al. (1992), Longevity and breeding records of storks
External Resources
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- ITIS 174903
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