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Plumbeous Ibis
Theristicus caerulescens
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Least Concern
Wingspan
81.6 cm
Weight
1500.0 g
Family
Threskiornithidae
Order
Pelecaniformes
About
73 cm. Pale grey-blue with white underparts; bare blue-grey facial skin; yellow bill. Resident in South American wetlands from Bolivia to Argentina. Feeds on fish, frogs, and invertebrates in shallow marshes and river margins. Near Threatened; affected by wetland drainage and hunting.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 81.6 cm | 32.1 in |
| Weight | 1500.0 g | 52.91 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 28 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Family | Threskiornithidae (Ibises & Spoonbills) |
| Genus | Theristicus |
| Species | Theristicus caerulescens |
Distribution
Plumbeous Ibis has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Plumbeous Ibis endangered?
The Plumbeous Ibis has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Plumbeous Ibis nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 28 days.
How big is the Plumbeous Ibis?
The Plumbeous Ibis has a wingspan of 81.6 cm, weight of 1500.0 g.
What order and family does the Plumbeous Ibis belong to?
The Plumbeous Ibis (Theristicus caerulescens) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Threskiornithidae.
Similar Birds
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Near Threatened
Asian Crested Ibis
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Australian Ibis
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Bare-faced Ibis
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Least Concern
Black-faced Ibis
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