Buff-necked Ibis
Theristicus caudatus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="theristicus-caudatus"></birdfyi-bird>The Buff-necked Ibis (Theristicus caudatus) is a bird species in the family Threskiornithidae (ibisse und löffler), within the order Pelecaniformes (pelikane und reiher). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 78.6 cm and a weight of 1.7 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 78,6 cm | 30.9 in |
| Gewicht | 1708,0 g | 60.25 oz |
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Nest type: PL.
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Pelecaniformes (Pelikane und Reiher) |
| Familie | Threskiornithidae (Ibisse und Löffler) |
| Genus | Theristicus |
| Arten | Theristicus caudatus |
Distribution
Buff-necked Ibis has been recorded in 7 countries.
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Other species in the Threskiornithidae family