Glossy Ibis

This is the most widespread ibis species, breeding in scattered sites in warm regions of Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, and the Atlantic and Caribbean region of the Americas. It is thought to have originated in the Old World and spread naturally from Africa to northern South America in the 19th century. This species is migratory; most European birds winter in Africa, and in North America birds from north of the Carolinas winter farther south. Birds from other populations may disperse widely outside the breeding season.

The Glossy Ibis is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.

Glossy IbisPlegadis falcinellus Order CICONIIFORMES – Family THRESKIORNITHIDAE Issue No. 545 Authors: Davis, Jr., William E., and John Kricher * Articles * Multimedia * References Courtesy Preview This Introductory article that you are viewing is a courtesy preview of the full life history account of this species. The remaining articles (Distribution, Habitat, Behavior, etc. More

The Glossy Ibis (Plegadis falcinellus) is a wading bird in the ibis family Threskiornithidae. This is the most widespread ibis species, breeding in scattered sites in warm regions of Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, and the Atlantic and Caribbean region of the Americas. It is thought to have originated in the Old World and spread naturally from Africa to northern South America in the 19th century. More

the similarly dark-plumaged Glossy Ibis, which overlaps its range, but it is larger and stockier than that species. In flight, when the bill and face colouration may not be visible, the Bald Ibis' less rounded wings and shorter neck give it a different profile from Glossy Ibis, and its relatively short legs mean that its feet do not project beyond the tail, unlike those of the Glossy Ibis. More

The Glossy Ibis is considered to be a Least Concern. The previous rating for the Glossy Ibis in 2000 was Lower Risk. Today the range of this bird species is several million square kilometers. The population of this bird species is estimated to be in excess of 3 million. This bird is native to a good portion of the world and visits many other portions as well. More

Glossy Ibis - Plegadis falcinellus = Glossy Ibis series details Phylum: Chordata Class: Aves Order: Ciconiiformes Family: Threskiornithidae Genus: Plegadis Description Glossy IbisThe glossy ibis is about 20 inches in length with a wingspan of about three feet. More

Glossy Ibis Buy or license this image Splitbar Recommended Products: Overview Glossy Ibis: Medium-sized wading bird that is iridescent bronze and red-brown overall with a thin band of blue white feathers around bare dark blue face and long, downcurved dusky yellow bill. Eyes dark and legs are yellow-gray. Sexes similar. Winter adult and juvenile show less red tones and iridescence and more brown. More

The Glossy Ibis is a wetland generalist. Range & Distribution After a large range expansion northward from the 1930s through the 1970s, the Glossy Ibis breeds irregularly along the Atlantic Coast from southern Maine to Florida, across the Florida peninsula, and along the Gulf Coast into Texas. Breeding colonies are most concentrated in Florida and southwestern Louisiana. This ibis winters largely from the Carolinas south through Florida and just into Texas. More

Glossy Ibis Range MapView dynamic map of eBird sightings Field MarksHelp - * Adult breedingPopOutZoom In Adult breeding * © Marie Read * Adult nonbreedingPopOutZoom In Adult nonbreeding * © William L. More

Glossy Ibis was the one described by the older European writers under the name of Ibis Falcinellus. Now, however, having altered his notions so far as to seem desirous of proving that the same species of bird cannot exist on both the continents, he has latterly produced it anew under the name of Ibis Ordi. This new name I cannot with any degree of propriety adopt. More

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Bent Life History for the Glossy Ibis - the common name and sub-species reflect the nomenclature in use at the time the description was written. GLOSSY IBIS PLEGADIS FALCINELLUS (Linnaeus) HABITS The status of the glossy ibis, as a North American bird, is a puzzling problem, which it is difficult to solve with our present limited knowledge. More

A glossy ibis seen foraging on a mud flat. A glossy ibis seen foraging on a mud flat. Courtesy: E. Marks, Audubon Society of Rhode Island Glossy Ibis (Plegadis falcinellus) Field markings: 23 inches long, with a wingspan of 36 inches. Dark, copper-colored wading bird with a long, down-curved bill and long, gray brown legs. Habitat: Brackish and saltwater marshes, estuaries, coastal islands, and fields. Seasonal appearance: Spring, summer, early fall. More

The Glossy Ibis nests colonially in trees, often with herons. It is also gregarious when feeding in marshy wetlands; it predates on fish, frogs and other water creatures, as well as occasionally on insects. This species is 55–65 cm long with an 88–105 cm wingspan. Breeding adults have reddish-brown bodies and shiny bottle-green wings. Non-breeders and juveniles have duller... More

The glossy ibis is locally common to rare though its range and numbers are increasing in South Africa. More

Glossy Ibis - Plegadis falcinellus = Glossy Ibis Characteristics Range Habitat Diet Life Cycle Behavior Classification Phylum: Chordata Class: Aves Order: Ciconiiformes Family: Threskiornithidae Genus: Plegadis Glossy Ibis Click on the images for a larger view. More

Glossy Ibis - Green Pond, Northampton County; April 21, 2007. Photo by Ed Vatza. This bird, found by Dave DeReamus, was present from April 19th to the 23rd. Note this adult's long, downcurved bill, the chestnut head, neck, and back, and the glossy-green coloration in the wings. Only a hint of white can be seen at the base of the bill, nowhere near the amount of white found on an adult White-faced Ibis. A second adult bird was present from April 19th to the 22nd. More

Glossy Ibis in Imperial County CA July 09, 2003 Guide: Bob Miller Update! It was brought to my attention that this bird is a possible hybrid Glossy/White-faced Ibis. There is a bit of red in the face and just around the eye. The eye appears browner than a typical White-faced Ibis but does have a reddish tint. More

Glossy Ibis are rare, but a couple are found by observant birders every year. It is very similar to the White-faced Ibis and each dark ibis must be checked if you wish to locate a Glossy. Glossy Ibis breed on the East and Gulf Coasts as far east as Louisiana. There is a southern movement in the colder months so sightings are more common in the winter. In breeding season it is easy to distinguish the White-faced Ibis from the Glossy Ibis. More

The Glossy Ibis can be found in a variety of wetlands including marshes, estuaries, coastal bays, flooded fields and swamps. The Glossy Ibis is a small, slender ibis with a long curved bill. Adult Glossy Ibises are about 20 inches tall with a wingspan of about three feet. The head, neck, back and underparts are a rich chestnut-brown. The wings are black with a metallic green sheen on the 'shoulders'. More

the Glossy Ibis among the many White-faced Ibis, however in the afternoon light the blue face and dark eye were fairly easy to spot. Kevin and Pam Wheeler were also able to see the bird. The flock was still present at ~6:15p when we left. Regards, Rick Fridell (Emails from Rick Fridell, 21 Apr 2009) Hello, This evening (4/21; 6:20p) I relocated the Glossy Ibis in the Washington Fields (Washington Co., UT). More