Black-headed Ibis

Threskiornis melanocephalus · Species of bird
Order
Pelecaniformes
Codes
blhibi1, BHIB

About the Black-headed Ibis

The black-headed ibis, also known as the Oriental white ibis, Indian white ibis, and black-necked ibis, is a species of wading bird of the ibis family Threskiornithidae which breeds in the South and Southeast Asia from India to the west and as far east as Japan. It is the only native ibis species in its range that has an overall white plumage with a black neck and head. The down-curved beak and legs are also black. Though often referred to as a wetland species, the black-headed ibis forages in a range of natural and man-made habitats. This species of ibis nests only during the rainy season.

Source: Wikipedia

Taxonomy & Classification

KingdomAnimalia
PhylumChordata
ClassAves
OrderPelecaniformes
FamilyIbises and Spoonbills (Threskiornithidae)
SpeciesThreskiornis melanocephalus
Species Codesblhibi1, BHIB

Frequently Asked Questions

What family does the Black-headed Ibis belong to?

The Black-headed Ibis (Threskiornis melanocephalus) belongs to the Ibises and Spoonbills family (Threskiornithidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.

How can I identify the Black-headed Ibis?

The black-headed ibis, also known as the Oriental white ibis, Indian white ibis, and black-necked ibis, is a species of wading bird of the ibis family Threskiornithidae which breeds in the South and Southeast Asia from India to the west and as far east as Japan. It is the only native ibis species in...

Where can I report a Black-headed Ibis sighting?

You can log sightings of Black-headed Ibis on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blhibi1, or on iNaturalist.