Bare-faced Ibis vs Straw-necked Ibis
Phimosus infuscatus compared with Threskiornis spinicollis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Bare-faced Ibis | Straw-necked Ibis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Phimosus infuscatus | Threskiornis spinicollis |
| Order | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Threskiornithidae | Threskiornithidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 53.1 cm (20.9 in) | 72.9 cm (28.7 in) |
| Weight | 546.5 g (19.28 oz) | 1340.0 g (47.27 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-8 | 2-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Bare-faced Ibis only
None
Straw-necked Ibis only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Bare-faced Ibis
Least Concern
Straw-necked Ibis
About These Birds
Bare-faced Ibis
The Bare-faced Ibis is a wading bird of the family Threskiornithidae found in open wetlands, flooded grasslands, and agricultural areas across South America. Weighing about 546.5g with a wingspan of 53.1cm, it has a distinctive bare reddish face and a long curved bill. It probes mud and shallow water for invertebrates, fish, and amphibians.
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.