About the Southern Bald Ibis
The Southern Bald Ibis (Geronticus calvus) is a species of bird in the Ibises and Spoonbills family (Threskiornithidae), within the order Pelecaniformes. This family contains 36 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code balibi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Ibises and Spoonbills (Threskiornithidae) |
| Species | Geronticus calvus |
| Species Codes | balibi1, SBIB |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Southern Bald Ibis belong to?
The Southern Bald Ibis (Geronticus calvus) belongs to the Ibises and Spoonbills family (Threskiornithidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
What is the conservation status of the Southern Bald Ibis?
The Southern Bald Ibis is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Southern Bald Ibis?
The Southern Bald Ibis is a member of the Ibises and Spoonbills family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Southern Bald Ibis sighting?
You can log sightings of Southern Bald Ibis on eBird (ebird.org) using species code balibi1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Ibises and Spoonbills 36 species
More Birds in Order Pelecaniformes
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