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Straw-necked Ibis
Threskiornis spinicollis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
72.9 cm
Weight
1340.0 g
Family
Threskiornithidae
Order
Pelecaniformes
About
59–76 cm. White with black neck bristles; bare dark head; yellowish bill. Endemic to Australia in grasslands, pastures, and inland wetlands. Nomadic; follows rainfall across the continent. Feeds on insects and invertebrates in dry grassland. Often seen in mixed flocks with Australian Ibis.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 72.9 cm | 28.7 in |
| Weight | 1340.0 g | 47.27 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 24-25 days.
Clutch Size
2-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Family | Threskiornithidae (Ibises & Spoonbills) |
| Genus | Threskiornis |
| Species | Threskiornis spinicollis |
Distribution
Straw-necked Ibis has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Straw-necked Ibis endangered?
The Straw-necked Ibis has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Straw-necked Ibis nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 24-25 days.
How big is the Straw-necked Ibis?
The Straw-necked Ibis has a wingspan of 72.9 cm, weight of 1340.0 g.
What order and family does the Straw-necked Ibis belong to?
The Straw-necked Ibis (Threskiornis spinicollis) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Threskiornithidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Threskiornithidae family
African Sacred Ibis
Threskiornis aethiopicus
Least Concern
African Spoonbill
Platalea alba
Least Concern
American White Ibis
Eudocimus albus
Least Concern
Andean Ibis
Theristicus branickii
Near Threatened
Asian Crested Ibis
Nipponia nippon
Endangered
Australian Ibis
Threskiornis moluccus
Least Concern
Bare-faced Ibis
Phimosus infuscatus
Least Concern
Black-faced Ibis
Theristicus melanopis
Least Concern