Madagascar Crested Ibis vs African Spoonbill
Lophotibis cristata compared with Platalea alba
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Madagascar Crested Ibis | African Spoonbill |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lophotibis cristata | Platalea alba |
| Order | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Threskiornithidae | Threskiornithidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 63.8 cm (25.1 in) | 76.8 cm (30.2 in) |
| Weight | 583.0 g (20.56 oz) | 1460.0 g (51.50 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Madagascar Crested Ibis
African Spoonbill
About These Birds
Madagascar Crested Ibis
The Madagascar Crested Ibis (Lophotibis cristata) is the sole member of its genus and one of the most distinctive members of the family Threskiornithidae, endemic to the island of Madagascar. It is a medium to large ibis measuring 50 cm in length, notable for a long, shaggy white crest that erupts from the nape and cascades down the back of the neck, contrasting sharply with the rufous-brown body plumage. The wings are white, creating a striking pattern in flight, while …
African Spoonbill
The African Spoonbill is a large wading bird of the Threskiornithidae family, with an impressive wingspan of about 77 cm and a weight of around 1,460 g. It sweeps its distinctive spatula-shaped bill side to side through shallow water to filter out fish, crustaceans, and aquatic invertebrates.