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Reunion Ibis

Threskiornis solitarius

Extinct
Family
Threskiornithidae
Order
Pelecaniformes

The Reunion Ibis (Threskiornis solitarius) is a bird species in the family Threskiornithidae (ibises & spoonbills), within the order Pelecaniformes (pelicans & herons). The IUCN Red List classifies it as Extinct.

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About

Extinct; known from bone material and historical accounts from Réunion. White ibis that lived on Réunion until exterminated by hunting after European settlement in the 17th century. Long confused with other species in historical records; related to African Sacred Ibis.

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Extinct
IUCN Red List

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons)
Family Threskiornithidae (Ibises & Spoonbills)
Genus Threskiornis
Species Threskiornis solitarius

Distribution

Reunion Ibis has been recorded in 1 countries.

Present Not recorded

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Reunion Ibis endangered?
The Reunion Ibis has a conservation status of Extinct.
What order and family does the Reunion Ibis belong to?
The Reunion Ibis (Threskiornis solitarius) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Threskiornithidae.

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