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Schwarzstorch

black stork

noun SHVARTS-shtorkh Rare

Usage Note

Schwarzstorch (Ciconia nigra) is the black stork, a shy, forest-dwelling relative of the white stork. Unlike the Weißstorch, it nests in old-growth trees far from human settlements and is much rarer. Its iridescent black plumage distinguishes it immediately.

Examples

"Der scheue Schwarzstorch nistet tief im Wald und meidet menschliche Nähe."

Natural Translation

The shy black stork nests deep in the forest and avoids human proximity.

Literal Translation

The shy black-stork nests deep in-the forest and avoids human proximity.

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