Reunion Ibis vs Straw-necked Ibis
Threskiornis solitarius compared with Threskiornis spinicollis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Reunion Ibis | Straw-necked Ibis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Threskiornis solitarius | Threskiornis spinicollis |
| Order | Pelecaniformes | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Threskiornithidae | Threskiornithidae |
| Conservation Status | Extinct | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 72.9 cm (28.7 in) |
| Weight | — | 1340.0 g (47.27 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Reunion Ibis only
None
Straw-necked Ibis only
Conservation Status
Extinct
Reunion Ibis
Least Concern
Straw-necked Ibis
About These Birds
Reunion Ibis
Extinct; known from bone material and historical accounts from Réunion. White ibis that lived on Réunion until exterminated by hunting after European settlement in the 17th century. Long confused with other species in historical records; related to African Sacred Ibis.
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.