A Solitary Stork Settles on a Manresa Chimney

The ringed bird, showing no signs of nesting, has captured the attention of residents near the old Panyos factory.

Generic image of a stork on an industrial chimney under a blue sky.
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Generic image of a stork on an industrial chimney under a blue sky.

A solitary stork has drawn the attention of Manresa residents by settling for a week on the chimney of the old Panyos factory, showing no intention of building a nest.

The bird, which has been on the chimney of the old Panyos factory for a week, has sparked curiosity among Manresa residents. Initially, it was thought the bird would only make a brief stop on its migratory route, but its prolonged presence has led many to wonder if it needs assistance.
The stork has been observed with a ring on its leg, and although it occasionally flies off, it always returns to the same spot. This behavior, coupled with the lack of nest construction, has led more and more people to take an interest in its situation and come to observe it.

It is common to see storks stopping in Manresa or any other town along their migratory route.

The presence of storks in Manresa is not unusual, especially between August and November, when large flocks may fly over the city or spend the night. These birds often stop on tall buildings or trees to rest and regain strength before continuing their long journey south to Africa, taking advantage of rising air currents.