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Giant Ibis
Thaumatibis gigantea
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Critically Endangered
Wingspan
106.6 cm
Weight
3515.0 g
Family
Threskiornithidae
Order
Pelecaniformes
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About
102–106 cm. Massive; dark brown with naked grey head; heavy downcurved grey bill; red legs. Critically Endangered; world's largest ibis with fewer than 250 adults. Breeds in Cambodian lowland forests and adjacent Laos. Threatened by logging, hunting, and human disturbance near nests.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 106.6 cm | 42.0 in |
| Weight | 3515.0 g | 123.99 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Family | Threskiornithidae (Ibises & Spoonbills) |
| Genus | Thaumatibis |
| Species | Thaumatibis gigantea |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Giant Ibis endangered?
The Giant Ibis has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
How big is the Giant Ibis?
The Giant Ibis has a wingspan of 106.6 cm, weight of 3515.0 g.
What order and family does the Giant Ibis belong to?
The Giant Ibis (Thaumatibis gigantea) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Threskiornithidae.
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