Wattled Ibis
Bostrychia carunculata
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<birdfyi-bird slug="bostrychia-carunculata"></birdfyi-bird>The Wattled Ibis (Bostrychia carunculata) is a bird species in the family Threskiornithidae (ibises & spoonbills), within the order Pelecaniformes (pelicans & herons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 72.8 cm and a weight of 1.5 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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75 cm. Dark brown with metallic sheen; distinctive fleshy red wattle on throat; bare red facial skin. Endemic to Ethiopian highlands above 2,000 m. Feeds on invertebrates and plant matter in highland marshes and grassy hillsides. Near Threatened; restricted range on montane wetlands.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 72,8 cm | 28.7 in |
| Poids | 1500,0 g | 52.91 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: PL.
Taille de la couvée
2-3
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Famille | Threskiornithidae (Ibises & Spoonbills) |
| Genus | Bostrychia |
| Espèces | Bostrychia carunculata |
Distribution
Wattled Ibis has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Threskiornithidae family