American White Ibis vs Northern Bald Ibis
Eudocimus albus compared with Geronticus eremita
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | American White Ibis | Northern Bald Ibis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eudocimus albus | Geronticus eremita |
| Order | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Threskiornithidae | Threskiornithidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 56.0 cm (22.0 in) | 80.4 cm (31.7 in) |
| Weight | 894.1666666666666 g (31.54 oz) | 1342.0 g (47.34 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Northern Bald Ibis only
None
Conservation Status
American White Ibis
Northern Bald Ibis
About These Birds
American White Ibis
The American White Ibis (Eudocimus albus) is a medium-sized wading bird belonging to the family Threskiornithidae, immediately recognizable by its entirely white plumage contrasted with a vivid orange-red face, bill, and legs. Adults typically measure 56–71 cm in length with a wingspan of 91–107 cm, and weigh between 750 and 1,050 grams. The long, strongly decurved bill is the bird's most distinctive feature, perfectly adapted for probing soft substrates in search of prey. This species inhabits coastal marshes, mangrove swamps, …
Northern Bald Ibis
70–80 cm. Metallic black plumage; bare red face; long downcurved red bill; shaggy neck ruff. Critically Endangered; fewer than 1,000 birds; breeds in Morocco, Turkey (reintroduced), and parts of Middle East. Migratory; winters in Ethiopia. Ancient cultural significance; once widespread in Europe.