About the Northern Bald Ibis
The northern bald ibis, hermit ibis, or Waldrapp is a migratory Old World ibis found in open areas such as grasslands, rocky mountains, and semi-deserts, often close to running water. This 70–80 cm (28–31 in) glossy black ibis, which, unlike many members of the ibis family, is non-wading, has an unfeathered red face and head, and a long, curved red bill. It breeds colonially on coastal or mountain cliff ledges, where it typically lays two to three eggs in a stick nest, and feeds on lizards, insects, and other small animals.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Ibises and Spoonbills (Threskiornithidae) |
| Species | Geronticus eremita |
| Species Codes | waldra1, NBIB |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Northern Bald Ibis belong to?
The Northern Bald Ibis (Geronticus eremita) belongs to the Ibises and Spoonbills family (Threskiornithidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
What is the conservation status of the Northern Bald Ibis?
The Northern Bald Ibis is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Northern Bald Ibis?
The northern bald ibis, hermit ibis, or Waldrapp is a migratory Old World ibis found in open areas such as grasslands, rocky mountains, and semi-deserts, often close to running water. This 70–80 cm (28–31 in) glossy black ibis, which, unlike many members of the ibis family, is non-wading, has an unf...
Where can I report a Northern Bald Ibis sighting?
You can log sightings of Northern Bald Ibis on eBird (ebird.org) using species code waldra1, or on iNaturalist.
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