Andean Ibis
Theristicus branickii
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Near Threatened
Envergure
79,1 cm
Poids
1492,0 g
Famille
Threskiornithidae
Ordre
Pelecaniformes
À propos
75 cm. White head and neck with chestnut tones; black upperparts; bare reddish facial skin. Restricted to Andean grasslands (puna) of Peru, Bolivia, and northwestern Argentina at 3,000–5,000 m elevation. Vulnerable; feeds on invertebrates and small vertebrates in high-altitude bogs and grasslands.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 79,1 cm | 31.1 in |
| Poids | 1492,0 g | 52.63 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Incubation: 27 days. Fledging: 49 days.
Taille de la couvée
2
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Pelecaniformes (Pelicans & Herons) |
| Famille | Threskiornithidae (Ibises & Spoonbills) |
| Genus | Theristicus |
| Espèces | Theristicus branickii |
External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Andean Ibis endangered?
The Andean Ibis has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Andean Ibis nest?
Incubation: 27 days. Fledging: 49 days.
How big is the Andean Ibis?
The Andean Ibis has a wingspan of 79.1 cm, weight of 1492.0 g.
What order and family does the Andean Ibis belong to?
The Andean Ibis (Theristicus branickii) belongs to the order Pelecaniformes and the family Threskiornithidae.
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