Northeastern Europe has only been 'stork country' for a few centuries, study reveals

Oct 02, 2024

In legends and fables, it brings luck, children and prosperity. Today, its appearance is seen as a sign of a healthy environment. Hardly any other bird in Europe has such positive connotations as the white stork Ciconia ciconia. But how old is this close relationship between humans and storks? Where and how was this relationship formed?