White-faced Ibis vs Straw-necked Ibis
Plegadis chihi compared with Threskiornis spinicollis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | White-faced Ibis | Straw-necked Ibis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Plegadis chihi | Threskiornis spinicollis |
| Order | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Threskiornithidae | Threskiornithidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 49.3 cm (19.4 in) | 72.9 cm (28.7 in) |
| Weight | 574.8333333333334 g (20.28 oz) | 1340.0 g (47.27 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-5 | 2-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
White-faced Ibis only
None
Straw-necked Ibis only
Conservation Status
White-faced Ibis
Straw-necked Ibis
About These Birds
White-faced Ibis
The White-faced Ibis (Plegadis chihi) is a medium-sized wading bird of the family Threskiornithidae, closely related to and formerly considered conspecific with the Glossy Ibis (Plegadis falcinellus). Breeding adults are distinguished from the Glossy Ibis by a band of white feathers bordering the bare reddish facial skin around the eye and bill base, and by reddish (not grayish-blue) legs. In non-breeding and juvenile plumages the two species are extremely similar, with the White-faced Ibis showing warmer reddish-brown tones and red …
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.