Asian Crested Ibis
Nipponia nippon
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<birdfyi-bird slug="nipponia-nippon"></birdfyi-bird>The Asian Crested Ibis (Nipponia nippon) is a bird species in the family Threskiornithidae (ibises & spoonbills), within the order Pelecaniformes (pelicans & herons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 78.5 cm and a weight of 1.9 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Endangered.
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À propos
55–77 cm. White overall; bare red facial skin; long drooping nape plumes; pinkish wash in breeding. Endangered; reduced to near-extinction by 1981 (7 individuals in Japan) but recovered through captive breeding to thousands. Resident Japan, China, Korea; feeds on fish and crustaceans in rice paddies.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 78,5 cm | 30.9 in |
| Poids | 1900,0 g | 67.02 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 28-30 days. Fledging: 45-50 days.
Taille de la couvée
1-5
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Famille | Threskiornithidae (Ibises & Spoonbills) |
| Genus | Nipponia |
| Espèces | Nipponia nippon |
Distribution
Asian Crested Ibis has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Foire aux questions
Is the Asian Crested Ibis endangered?
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Threskiornithidae family