leptoptilus

Example:Researchers studying the ecology of wading birds found the white heron thriving in the wetlands.

Definition:A species of long-legged wading bird, closely resembling the wood stork in appearance.

Example:Adult storks, including the wood stork, often migrate in flocks during winter.

Definition:A large, long-necked, long-legged bird, which can be used more generally to refer to the wood stork.