About the Crested Ibis
The crested ibis, also called the Japanese crested ibis, Asian crested ibis or toki (トキ), is a species of bird in the ibis family, Threskiornithidae. It is the only species in the genus Nipponia.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Ibises and Spoonbills (Threskiornithidae) |
| Species | Nipponia nippon |
| Species Codes | creibi1, ACIB, CRIB |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Crested Ibis belong to?
The Crested Ibis (Nipponia nippon) belongs to the Ibises and Spoonbills family (Threskiornithidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
What is the conservation status of the Crested Ibis?
The Crested Ibis is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Crested Ibis?
The crested ibis, also called the Japanese crested ibis, Asian crested ibis or toki (トキ), is a species of bird in the ibis family, Threskiornithidae. It is the only species in the genus Nipponia....
Where can I report a Crested Ibis sighting?
You can log sightings of Crested Ibis on eBird (ebird.org) using species code creibi1, or on iNaturalist.
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