Red-naped Ibis vs Straw-necked Ibis
Pseudibis papillosa compared with Threskiornis spinicollis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Red-naped Ibis | Straw-necked Ibis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pseudibis papillosa | Threskiornis spinicollis |
| Order | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Threskiornithidae | Threskiornithidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 76.1 cm (30.0 in) | 72.9 cm (28.7 in) |
| Weight | 823.0 g (29.03 oz) | 1340.0 g (47.27 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | 2-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Red-naped Ibis only
None
Straw-necked Ibis only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Red-naped Ibis
Least Concern
Straw-necked Ibis
About These Birds
Red-naped Ibis
68 cm. Dark iridescent brown-black; bare red crown patch; white shoulder patch. Resident across South Asia from Pakistan to Myanmar in dry open woodland and cultivation near rivers. Near Threatened; declining due to habitat loss. Feeds on insects, frogs, and crabs in shallow water.
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.