Red-naped Ibis
Pseudibis papillosa
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<birdfyi-bird slug="pseudibis-papillosa"></birdfyi-bird>The Red-naped Ibis (Pseudibis papillosa) is a bird species in the family Threskiornithidae (ibises & spoonbills), within the order Pelecaniformes (pelicans & herons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 76.1 cm and a weight of 823 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
68 cm. Dark iridescent brown-black; bare red crown patch; white shoulder patch. Resident across South Asia from Pakistan to Myanmar in dry open woodland and cultivation near rivers. Near Threatened; declining due to habitat loss. Feeds on insects, frogs, and crabs in shallow water.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 76.1 cm | 30.0 in |
| Weight | 823.0 g | 29.03 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 25-27 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Family | Threskiornithidae (Ibises & Spoonbills) |
| Genus | Pseudibis |
| Species | Pseudibis papillosa |
Distribution
Red-naped Ibis has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Threskiornithidae family