Scarlet Ibis vs Straw-necked Ibis
Eudocimus ruber compared with Threskiornis spinicollis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Scarlet Ibis | Straw-necked Ibis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eudocimus ruber | Threskiornis spinicollis |
| Order | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Threskiornithidae | Threskiornithidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 52.1 cm (20.5 in) | 72.9 cm (28.7 in) |
| Weight | 778.75 g (27.47 oz) | 1340.0 g (47.27 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-3 | 2-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Scarlet Ibis only
None
Straw-necked Ibis only
Conservation Status
Scarlet Ibis
Straw-necked Ibis
About These Birds
Scarlet Ibis
The Scarlet Ibis (Eudocimus ruber) is one of the most brilliantly colored birds in the Americas, celebrated for its intense scarlet plumage that covers virtually the entire body. It belongs to the family Threskiornithidae and is closely related to the American White Ibis, with which it hybridizes freely in areas of range overlap in Trinidad and Venezuela. Adults measure approximately 55–63 cm in length and weigh 650–900 grams. The long, strongly decurved reddish bill, black wingtips, and bright red legs …
Straw-necked Ibis
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.