Andean Ibis
NameAndean Ibis
Common NameAndean Ibis
Scientific NamePlegadis ridgwayi
FamilyThreskiornithidae
Wingspan (cm)85
Length (cm)48
Weight (g)550
Plumage DetailsAdults have a distinctive chestnut-brown head, neck, and upper breast. The body plumage is dull grayish-brown, often exhibiting iridescent green and bronze sheens, particularly on the back and wings. The long, decurved bill is dark, as are its legs.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of harsh, croaking, or grunting calls, often uttered during flight or when disturbed.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatswetland, grassland, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the high Andes mountains of South America, ranging from southern Peru through Bolivia to northern Chile and northwestern Argentina.
Identifying FeaturesChestnut-brown head and neck, Dull grayish-brown body with iridescent sheen, Long, decurved dark bill, Dark legs, High-altitude Andean habitat
Description
The Andean Ibis is a medium-sized ibis characterized by its chestnut-brown head and neck, contrasting with a duller, grayish body. It possesses a long, decurved bill, which it uses to probe for invertebrates in high-altitude wetlands and grasslands.
