About the Plumbeous Ibis
The plumbeous ibis, also formerly called the blue ibis, is a large distinctive ibis species endemic to parts of central South America.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Ibises and Spoonbills (Threskiornithidae) |
| Species | Theristicus caerulescens |
| Species Codes | pluibi1, PLIB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Plumbeous Ibis belong to?
The Plumbeous Ibis (Theristicus caerulescens) belongs to the Ibises and Spoonbills family (Threskiornithidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Plumbeous Ibis?
The plumbeous ibis, also formerly called the blue ibis, is a large distinctive ibis species endemic to parts of central South America....
Where can I report a Plumbeous Ibis sighting?
You can log sightings of Plumbeous Ibis on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pluibi1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Ibises and Spoonbills 36 species
More Birds in Order Pelecaniformes
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Quick Stats
Pelecaniformes
Order
36
Species in Family
1,524
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