American White Ibis vs Buff-necked Ibis
Eudocimus albus compared with Theristicus caudatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | American White Ibis | Buff-necked Ibis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eudocimus albus | Theristicus caudatus |
| Order | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Threskiornithidae | Threskiornithidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 56.0 cm (22.0 in) | 78.6 cm (30.9 in) |
| Weight | 894.1666666666666 g (31.54 oz) | 1708.0 g (60.25 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 1-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
American White Ibis only
Buff-necked Ibis only
None
Conservation Status
American White Ibis
Buff-necked 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, …
Buff-necked Ibis
71–76 cm. White head and neck with rusty tone; black back; buff breast; bare yellow facial skin. Widespread in South America from Colombia and Venezuela south to Argentina in open savannas and grasslands. Feeds on invertebrates, lizards, and frogs. Common; often in pairs or small groups.