scarlet ibis
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The scarlet ibis (Eudocimus ruber) is a striking bird native to South and Central America. It is characterized by its intense scarlet plumage, with black tips on its wings. Immature scarlet ibises have dull brown feathers.12
Ibises, as a subfamily, are wading birds found in warm regions worldwide, excluding South Pacific islands. They typically inhabit shallow waters like lagoons, lakes, and marshes, using their slender, down-curved bills to find food such as small fish and mollusks. These birds are known to fly with their necks and legs extended and often breed in large colonies.3
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