STORK CALENDAR
January
White storks fly to and stay in
February
The spring travels begin. The storks head for breeding grounds. Each day, they fly about 250 km.
March
At the beginning of the month, the birds cross the
April
This is the time to choose a nest. The best location are the most popular and birds even fight for the nests. This is also when begin hatching eggs.
May
After 34 days, young birds appear in the nests. Parents raise and look after their chicklings.
June
Chickilngs grow very quickly. They are now able to stand up in the nest. It`s time to begin systematic exercises.
July
Young storks achieve size of the adult birds. Together with their parents they start to look for food. Also they practice flying.
August
Preparation for a long journey. Birds gather and form groups. At the end of the month most of them leave for the South.
September
Storks are on their way South. They may rest for one or two days, which is usually enough for them. They stay in Izrael for a longer time (about 10 days). At the end of the month they arrive in Egipt.
October
Some birds stay in
November
Some birds stays in
December
Strong birds may even get all the way to the