Madagascar Crested Ibis vs Straw-necked Ibis

Lophotibis cristata comparé à Threskiornis spinicollis

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Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribut Madagascar Crested Ibis Straw-necked Ibis
Nom scientifique Lophotibis cristata Threskiornis spinicollis
Ordre Pelecaniformes Pelecaniformes
Famille Threskiornithidae Threskiornithidae
Statut de conservation Vulnerable Least Concern
Longueur
Envergure 63,8 cm (25.1 in) 72,9 cm (28.7 in)
Poids 583,0 g (20.56 oz) 1340,0 g (47.27 oz)
Régime alimentaire -- --
Taille de la couvée 3 2-5
Population Trend
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Habitat Comparison

Habitats partagés

Madagascar Crested Ibis only

Aucun(e)

Straw-necked Ibis only

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Statut de conservation

Vulnerable

Madagascar Crested Ibis

Least Concern

Straw-necked Ibis

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About These Birds

Madagascar Crested Ibis

The Madagascar Crested Ibis (Lophotibis cristata) is the sole member of its genus and one of the most distinctive members of the family Threskiornithidae, endemic to the island of Madagascar. It is a medium to large ibis measuring 50 cm in length, notable for a long, shaggy white crest that erupts from the nape and cascades down the back of the neck, contrasting sharply with the rufous-brown body plumage. The wings are white, creating a striking pattern in flight, while …

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.

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