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Dwarf Ibis
Bostrychia bocagei
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Critically Endangered
Wingspan
47.4 cm
Weight
866.0 g
Family
Threskiornithidae
Order
Pelecaniformes
About
45–50 cm. Small ibis; dark brown with olive gloss; bare facial skin. Critically Endangered; endemic to São Tomé Island (Gulf of Guinea). Fewer than 250 birds; threatened by forest clearance and hunting. The world's smallest ibis; feeds on earthworms and invertebrates in moist forest.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 47.4 cm | 18.7 in |
| Weight | 866.0 g | 30.55 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Family | Threskiornithidae (Ibises & Spoonbills) |
| Genus | Bostrychia |
| Species | Bostrychia bocagei |
Distribution
Dwarf Ibis has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dwarf Ibis endangered?
The Dwarf Ibis has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
How big is the Dwarf Ibis?
The Dwarf Ibis has a wingspan of 47.4 cm, weight of 866.0 g.
What order and family does the Dwarf Ibis belong to?
The Dwarf Ibis (Bostrychia bocagei) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Threskiornithidae.
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Bare-faced Ibis
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Least Concern
Black-faced Ibis
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Least Concern