glossy ibis
bird
Also known as: Plegadis falcinellus
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The glossy ibis is a type of ibis, which are medium-sized wading birds found in warm regions worldwide. These birds typically have slender, down-curved bills used to find food like small fish and mollusks in shallow waters. They are known to fly with their necks and legs extended and often breed in large colonies.1
The glossy ibis (Plegadis falcinellus) is characterized by its dark, reddish-brown plumage that has a glossy, purplish sheen. It belongs to the genus Plegadis within the family Threskiornithidae.21
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