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Birds
American white ibis
American white ibis · Eudocimus albus
With its curved pink bill and white feathers, the American white ibis is a master of wetlands and loves shallow shore zones.
Fact file
- Size
- Body length about 60 cm with wingspan up to 105 cm and around 1 kg in weight
- Males and females
- Males are slightly larger and have longer bills than females
- Sounds
- Its characteristic call is a nasal, trumpet-like sound
- Diet
- Preys on insects, small fish, crustaceans and other aquatic animals in shallow water
- Offspring
- Usually lays 2 to 4 eggs in large colonies during the breeding season between March and August
How to identify American white ibis
The American white ibis stands out with its snow-white plumage and the long, curved bill, which is strikingly pinkish red. In flight, black tips on the wings become visible, which are usually not seen when the bird is at rest.
The red legs and the pale, featherless face further reinforce its striking overall appearance. Adult American white ibises reach a length of about 60 centimetres and, with their slender build and long neck, appear particularly elegant.
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